Postwar Collection (page 3)

Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer CC. 1
Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer CC.1, SBAC Show Farnborough September 1957

De Havilland Vampire F. I
De Havilland Vampire F.I aircraft of 247 Squadron RAF, Odiham 25 July 1946

Handley Page Hastings prototype

Hunting Jet Provost T. 2 prototype G-23-1
Hunting Jet Provost T.2 prototype G-23-1 in flight, September 1957

Hunting Jet Provost T. 3 XM370, 1959
Hunting Jet Provost T.3 XM370 flying to the SBAC Show, Farnborough, 1959

Hawker Siddeley Hunter F. 1 WT557
Hawker Siddeley Hunter F.1 WT557 in a loop

Folland Gnat F. 1 XK724
Folland Gnat F.1 XK724 during a test flight

LCC-LFB Dual purpose pump escape at Lambeth HQ
A Dennis F7 pump escape at Lambeth HQ, a classic postwar fire engine newly in service in London. It was powered by a 150 bhp 5.7 litre Rolls-Royce engine and served initially at Lambeth Fire Station

Aircraft of The A and AEE
A Gloster Javelin, four English Electric Lightnings, a Hawker Hunter and P1127 flying in formation over Boscombe Down

Supermarine Swift prototype in flight, 1951

Handley Page Halifax Met. 6
Handley Page Halifax Met.6 (RG778 XB-B) of 224 Squadron flying over Gibraltar, February 1950

Miles Martinet TT. 1
Miles Martinet TT.1 (RG988 R8K) of 776 Squadron Fa in flight from Ronaldsway, 25 August 1945

Fairey Gannet AS. 4
Fairey Gannet AS.4 (XA425) in flight near Heathrow Airport, 15 August 1956

Fairey Gannet T. 2
Fairey Gannet T.2 (WN365) in flight, 29 September 1955

Fairey Gannet AS. 1 and T. 2
Fairey Gannet AS.1 and T.2 aircraft of 824 Squadron in flight, 26 April 1955

Fairey Firefly U. 8
Fairey Firefly U.8 (WM882) in flight 1954

Douglas Skyraider AEW. 1
Douglas Skyraider AEW.1 of 849 Squadron landing on HMS Eagle 1954

Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T. 21
Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T.21 (WL715) in flight 1953

Blackburn Firebrand TF. 5
Blackburn Firebrand TF.5 aircraft of 813 Squadron on the flight deck of HMS Implacable, February 1950

Hawker Sea Fury FB. 11
Hawker Sea Fury FB.11 (VW240) of 703 Squadron taking off from HMAS Sydney 8 February 1949

Hawker Sea Fury T. 20
Hawker Sea Fury T.20 (VX818) in flight 21 January 1949

De Havilland Sea Vampire F. 20
De Havilland Sea Vampire F.20 (VV149) in fligh 19 October 1948

Blue Diamonds Hunters and a Spitfire
Hawker Hunters of 92 Squadron Blue Diamonds display team with Supermarine Spitfire Vb of the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, SBAC Show, Farnborough

Pilots of 5 and 17 Squadron who flew Spitfires painted to represent Me109s at RAF Display, Farnborough
Pilots of 5 and 17 Squadron, left to right, Flt Lt D. White, Fg Off F. Bernard, Flt Lt D. Yeardley, Sqdn Ldr R. Noble and Polish pilot PII R.B

Miles Martinet TT. 1
Miles Martinet TT.1 of 776 Squadron Fa in flight over the sea, Ronaldsway, 25 August 1945

Viscount of BEA
Vickers Viscount 700 of British European Airways

HMCS Magnificent
Majestic Class aircraft carrier HMCS Magnificent seen from the flight deck of HMS Bulwark

The Golden Arrow at Victoria Station
Merchant Navy Class 4-6-2 21C1 Channel Packet with the Golden Arrow train after its re-introduction in 1946

de Havilland Vampire NF. 10
de Havilland Vampire NF.10 prototype (G-5-2) in flight, September 1950

Supermarine Attacker F. 1
Supermarine Attacker F.1 aircraft (WA496, WA494, WA473 & WA487) of 800 Squadron Fa in flight, 1951

Fairey Firefly FR. 4
Fairey Firefly FR.4 aircraft (VH133, TW726 & TW730) of 816 Squadron RAN, flying in formation from Eglinton, 3 December 1948

Supermarine Seafire F. 47
Supermarine Seafire F.47 (PS948) taking off from HMS Illustrious, May 1947

Hawker P. 1040
Hawker P.1040 (VP401) in flight, 27 May 1948

Bristol Britannia 102 (G-ANBA) of BOAC in flight, September 1954

de Havilland Comet 1
de Havilland DH.106 Comet 1 (G-ALZK) of BOAC in flight, 1951

Bristol Brabazon (G-AGPW) on its maiden flight, Filton 27 October 1949

Short Solent 4 (ZK-AMN) of Tasman Empire Airways Ltd in flight 26 September 1949

Consolidated PB4Y-2S Privateer (66273 HB-6) of USN patrol squadron VP-26 at Gibraltar, 1950

Boeing B-29 Superfortress (45-21752) in flight over the English countryside, 1945

HMS Bodenham
Ham Class minesweepers HMS Bodenham and another in line-astern, 1956

Whirlwind HAS. 7
Westland Whirlwind HAS.7 helicopter of 848 Squadron in flight from HMS Bulwark, 1960

Hawker Siddeley Trident of BEA
Hawker Siddeley Trident (G-ARPC) of British European Airways in flight over Farnborough, 1965

Boeing Stratocruiser of Pan Am
Boeing 377 Stratocruiser (N1028V) of Pan American World Airways at Heathrow Airport to launch the new Trans-Atlantic service, April 1949

Westland Wessex HU.5 helicopters of the Royal Marines, 1964

Supermarine Spitfire T. 8
Supermarine Spitfire T.8 N32 (G-AIDN), 24 January 1947

Westland Westminster lifting a Land Rover and trailer, Yeovil 9 June 1959

Slingsby Skylark 2
Slingsby T.41 Skylark 2 of the Army Gliding Club at National Gliding Championships, Lasham, June 1955

Avro 707B in flight, SBAC Display Farnborough, 1951

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"Postwar: A Glimpse into the Era of Rebuilding and Progress" Step back in time to the postwar era, where nations strived to rebuild and progress after the ravages of war. The HMS Bulwark and HMS Eagle, mighty aircraft carriers, symbolize Britain's determination to regain its naval supremacy. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of a Harrier GR. 1 gracefully landing at St. Pancras, showcasing cutting-edge aviation technology. In the skies above, marvel at the English Electric Lightning F. 1 and Avro Shackleton MR. 2 as they soar through clouds with unmatched speed and precision. Reflect on history as you gaze upon a World War II poster depicting the heroic activities of 52 (Lowland) Division. The Avro Anson T. 20 takes flight, reminding us of the crucial role played by training aircraft during this period of rebuilding armed forces worldwide. Look up in wonder as The Red Arrows paint vibrant trails over Niagara Falls in 1972 – an exhibition that captivated audiences across borders. Witness Blackburn Beverley aircraft from 47 Squadron carrying heavy loads with ease – a testament to innovation in transport capabilities during these transformative years. Stand in awe before HMS Ark Royal, proudly representing Britain's commitment to maintaining a strong presence on international waters. Canberra bombers from 61 and 109 Squadrons take off into distant horizons, embodying technological advancements that reshaped aerial warfare strategies forevermore. Finally, observe Westland Whirlwinds stationed on HMS Bulwark – versatile helicopters ready for any mission thrown their way; exemplifying how military fleets adapted to new challenges faced post-war. The postwar era was not just about rebuilding physical structures but also about rekindling hope and forging ahead towards brighter futures for all nations involved - leaving behind scars while embracing resilience like never before.