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Supermarine Swift prototype
Supermarine Swift prototype in flight, 1951
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 4487576
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Postwar Royal Air Force Research And Development
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our aviation-themed greetings cards collection: the Supermarine Swift prototype by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This stunning card design captures the essence of aviation history with an iconic image of the Supermarine Swift prototype in flight during the year 1951. Ideal for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the beauty and engineering marvels of vintage aircraft, this card is a perfect way to express your thoughts and feelings. Whether it's for a birthday, anniversary, or just to say hello, our Supermarine Swift prototype greeting card is sure to impress and delight. Order yours today and add a touch of aviation nostalgia to your correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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> Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum
> Research Aircraft
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, the Supermarine Swift prototype soars through the skies, marking a significant milestone in the postwar research and development efforts of the Royal Air Force (RAF). Taken by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown, the image captures the sleek and innovative design of the Swift, which would later become a iconic symbol of British aviation. The Supermarine Swift was a groundbreaking supersonic interceptor aircraft, developed in response to the evolving threat of jet-powered enemy aircraft in the late 1940s. The prototype, seen here in flight, was the first of its kind to break the sound barrier in level flight, achieving a speed of 670 miles per hour on October 20, 1951. The RAF's investment in the Swift program was part of a larger effort to modernize and adapt to the postwar aviation landscape. The Swift represented a new generation of aircraft that would be capable of keeping pace with the latest technological advances and ensuring the RAF's air superiority. The photograph offers a glimpse into the excitement and innovation that defined the early days of jet aviation. The Swift prototype's elegant lines and powerful engines are on full display, as it climbs ever higher into the clear blue sky. The image serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers, pilots, and technicians who worked tirelessly to push the boundaries of what was possible in the realm of aviation. Today, the Supermarine Swift prototype remains an important part of the RAF Museum's collection, a reminder of the pivotal role the RAF played in shaping the future of military aviation. The photograph, captured by Charles E. Brown, offers a unique and captivating perspective on this historic moment in aviation history.
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