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Percival Provost prototype
Percival Provost prototype, Luton 21 May 1952
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 639861
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Postwar Prototypes Royal Air Force
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Photographic Prints featuring the historic Percival Provost prototype, captured at the Royal Air Force Museum on 21 May 1952. This iconic aircraft, designed and built by Percival Aircraft Company in Luton, is an essential addition to any aviation enthusiast's collection. Our high-quality photographic prints bring the past to life, allowing you to relive the history and innovation of the Percival Provost prototype. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials to ensure vibrant colors and stunning detail, making it a cherished piece of aviation history in your home or office. Order yours today and be a part of aviation heritage.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph, the Percival Provost prototype, registration number WG562, is seen taking to the skies above Luton on 21 May 1952. The Percival Provost was a twin-engine, two-seat advanced trainer aircraft designed and built by Percival Aircraft Company in Luton, Bedfordshire, England, for the Royal Air Force (RAF). The Percival Provost was a significant development in post-war RAF training, replacing the venerable Tiger Moth biplanes that had served as primary trainers since the 1930s. The Provost was designed to provide advanced training in navigation, instrument flying, and radio communication, making it an essential asset in preparing pilots for operational duties. The prototype, WG562, was the first of three pre-production Provosts built, with the first production model taking to the skies on 23 July 1952. The aircraft featured a number of innovative design features, including a cantilever wing and a retractable tricycle landing gear. The Provost was also notable for its use of a Rolls-Royce Dart Mk.2 engine, which provided improved performance and reliability over earlier trainers. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the Percival Provost, as the prototype takes to the air for the first time, marking the beginning of a successful and enduring relationship between the RAF and this advanced training aircraft. The Percival Provost went on to serve with the RAF until the late 1980s, making it a beloved and iconic part of post-war aviation history. Charles E. Brown captured this image for the Royal Air Force Museum, preserving a snapshot of aviation history that continues to inspire and fascinate aviation enthusiasts to this day. The Percival Provost prototype remains a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of British aircraft design and manufacturing in the post-war era.
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