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Squadron Leader Neville Duke the chief test pilot for Hawker aircraft takes off from RAF
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Squadron Leader Neville Duke the chief test pilot for Hawker aircraft takes off from RAF
Squadron Leader Neville Duke the chief test pilot for Hawker aircraft takes off from RAF Tangmere prior to breaking the sound barrier in a modified Hawker Hunter aircraft. Taking off and retracting the undercarriage.
August 1953
Heany
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
D5479
Media ID 21346863
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the golden era of aviation in August 1953. Squadron Leader Neville Duke, the esteemed chief test pilot for Hawker aircraft, prepares to embark on a groundbreaking mission from RAF Tangmere. With his skilled hands firmly gripping the controls of a modified Hawker Hunter aircraft, anticipation fills the air as he readies himself to shatter yet another world record. As the engines roar with power and determination, Duke's expertise is evident in every aspect of this momentous takeoff. The sleek fighter jet gracefully lifts off from the runway, leaving behind a trail of excitement and awe. With precision timing, he skillfully retracts the undercarriage while soaring into unknown territories. This photograph encapsulates not only an iconic moment in aviation history but also showcases Duke's unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and achieving greatness. His relentless pursuit of speed has made him a legend among aviators worldwide. Through this remarkable image captured by Heany for Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded of the courage and innovation that defined an entire generation of pilots like Squadron Leader Neville Duke. It serves as a timeless tribute to those who dared to dream big and forever changed our understanding of what was possible in flight.
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