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Avro 698 Vulcan B-1
Avro 698 Vulcan B-1 Rolls-Royce Avon Powered Prototype Taking-Off Date: 1952
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This striking photograph captures the moment of take-off for Avro 698 Vulcan B-1, the prototype of the iconic Vulcan bomber, at Woodford Aerodrome in Manchester, England, in 1952. The Avro Vulcan, designed by Avro and powered by Rolls-Royce Avon jet engines, was a significant development in the UK's military aviation history, marking the country's entry into the jet age of bomber aircraft. With its innovative delta wing design, the Vulcan was a key component of the Royal Air Force's V-bomber force during the Cold War. The Vulcan B-1, registration number VX770, was the first of 135 Vulcan bombers produced, and this photograph showcases its impressive power and agility as it lifts off the runway. The Avro Vulcan B-1 was a formidable aircraft, capable of carrying a nuclear payload over long distances and reaching speeds of over 500 miles per hour. This image is a testament to the engineering prowess of the time and the importance of the Vulcan in the UK's military aviation history.
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