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First prototype English Electric Canberra PR3 VX181
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First prototype English Electric Canberra PR3 VX181
First prototype English Electric Canberra PR3, VX181, takes-off at Farnborough in 1952 with Roland Beamont at the controls. Date: 1952
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1952 Beamont Canberra Controls Electric Farnborough First Prototype Roland Takes
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In this historic photograph, the first prototype of the English Electric Canberra PR3, registration VX181, takes off from the runway at Farnborough Airfield in 1952. At the controls is test pilot Roland Beamont, who played a crucial role in the development of this groundbreaking aircraft. The Canberra, designed and manufactured by English Electric Aviation Company, was a versatile military aircraft that would go on to serve in various roles for the Royal Air Force (RAF) and other air forces around the world. This particular variant, the PR3, was a photo reconnaissance version, equipped with advanced cameras and sensors to gather intelligence from the air. The Canberra's distinctive swept-wing design and four Rolls-Royce Avon jet engines made it a formidable presence in the skies. Its high-speed capabilities and long range made it an ideal platform for reconnaissance missions, and it saw action in conflicts such as the Suez Crisis and the Falklands War. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in aviation history, as the first prototype of this innovative aircraft takes to the skies for the first time. The determination and skill of test pilot Roland Beamont are evident as he guides the Canberra PR3 into the air, marking the beginning of a new era in military aviation. This image is a testament to the ingenuity and vision of the engineers and pilots who brought the Canberra to life, and serves as a reminder of the important role that aviation plays in shaping the world around us. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Not to be reproduced without permission.
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