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McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR. 2 XV404
Royal Air Force - McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR.2 XV404 (msn 2910/9234), of 228 Operational Conversion Unit at RAF Coningsby, on 20 Mar 1969. Date: 1969
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1969 Coningsby Conversion Mcdonnell Operational Phantom Unit Douglas
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This photograph showcases McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR.2 XV404 (msn 2910/9234) of the Royal Air Force (RAF), as it gracefully takes to the skies above RAF Coningsby on March 20, 1969. The Phantom FGR.2, a variant of the iconic McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II, was a versatile and powerful multi-role combat aircraft that served the RAF with distinction from the late 1960s until its retirement in 2011. XV404 was part of 228 Operational Conversion Unit (OCU), a unit responsible for training RAF pilots on the Phantom FGR.2. In this image, the aircraft is adorned with the distinctive roundels and markings of the RAF, proudly displaying its national insignia and unit identification. The McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR.2 was a formidable aeronautical marvel, capable of reaching supersonic speeds and boasting impressive maneuverability. Its advanced avionics and weapons systems made it a potent force in the air, serving various roles including air-to-air combat, air-to-ground attack, and reconnaissance. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of the RAF and its commitment to maintaining a cutting-edge fleet of military aircraft. The McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR.2, as represented by XV404, remains an enduring symbol of the courage and skill of the men and women who have served in the RAF and continue to protect the skies.
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