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English Electric Lightning F. 1A 111 Squadron RAF Farnborough
English Electric Lightning F.1A of 111 Squadron RAF on static display at Farnborough Air Show on 1 September 1961 Date: 1961
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1961 Airforce Electric Farnborough Lightning Squadron Static
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This striking photograph captures the sleek and powerful English Electric Lightning F.1A of 111 Squadron, Royal Air Force (RAF), on static display at the Farnborough Air Show on 1 September 1961. The English Electric Lightning was a groundbreaking supersonic interceptor aircraft, designed and manufactured by English Electric Aviation Company in the United Kingdom. Introduced into service with the RAF in 1959, the Lightning was the first operational aircraft in the world to achieve a speed of over Mach 2 in level flight. The Lightning F.1A on display at Farnborough was adorned with the distinctive markings of 111 Squadron, which was based at RAF Biggin Hill at the time. The squadron was one of the first to operate the Lightning, and its pilots were renowned for their skill and expertise in flying this advanced and complex aircraft. The Farnborough Air Show was an annual event that showcased the latest developments in aviation technology, and the presence of the English Electric Lightning was a major draw for visitors. The aircraft's impressive performance and innovative design made it a symbol of British aviation prowess and a harbinger of the supersonic age. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the future of aviation seemed limitless and the possibilities of flight were boundless. With its sleek lines, powerful engines, and advanced technology, the English Electric Lightning remains an iconic symbol of the golden age of aviation and a testament to the ingenuity and vision of those who dared to dream of flying faster than the speed of sound.
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