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Handley Page Halifax Met. 6
Handley Page Halifax Met.6 (RG778 XB-B) of 224 Squadron flying over Gibraltar, February 1950
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 3715762
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Postwar Royal Air Force Meteorology
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the stunning Handley Page Halifax Met.6 Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This captivating photograph captures the grace and power of the RAF's Handley Page Halifax Met.6 (RG778 XB-B) in flight over Gibraltar during a mission in February 1950. The print is meticulously presented in a high-quality frame, expertly crafted to preserve and showcase the rich detail and vibrant colors of the original image. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office collection and relive the history and legacy of the Royal Air Force.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
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 black-and-white photograph, a Handley Page Halifax Met. 6 aircraft of the Royal Air Force (RAF) soars majestically over the iconic Rock of Gibraltar. The image, captured by renowned photographer Charles E. Brown, dates back to February 1950. The Handley Page Halifax Met. 6, with the registration number XB-B, was a vital component of the RAF's postwar meteorology and weather reconnaissance fleet. Equipped with advanced meteorological instruments, this aircraft played a pivotal role in gathering essential weather data for military operations and forecasting. The Met. 6 was a modified version of the Handley Page Halifax bomber, which had seen extensive service during World War II. The RAF's meteorological squadrons, such as 224 Squadron to which XB-B belonged, were tasked with flying these modified Halifaxes to collect weather data over the Atlantic Ocean and European continent. The photograph showcases the Halifax Met. 6's distinctive features, including its large radome beneath the fuselage, which housed the meteorological equipment. The propellers churn up the air as the aircraft climbs, leaving a trail of vapor in the crisp, cool air of the Mediterranean. The backdrop of the iconic Rock of Gibraltar, with its distinctive stripes of color, adds a sense of history and grandeur to the image. The strategic location of Gibraltar, at the southern tip of Europe, made it an essential refueling and resupply stop for the RAF's long-range meteorological flights. This photograph is a testament to the RAF's commitment to meteorology and weather reconnaissance in the postwar era, and the vital role these efforts played in supporting military operations and ensuring the safety of aircrews. Charles E. Brown's masterful composition and timing have resulted in an enduring image that continues to captivate and inspire.
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