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de Havilland Sea Venom NF. 20 WK379
de Havilland Sea Venom NF.20 2nd prototype WK379 (c/n 12028); first flight : 07/1952; delivered 24/09/1952; scrapped at Farnborough
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1. Title: "The Dawn of Jet Age Naval Aviation: De Havilland Sea Venom NF.20 WK379, the Second Prototype 2. Subtitle: A Pioneering Step Towards Carrier-Born Jet Fighters 3. Description: This photograph showcases the De Havilland Sea Venom NF.20 WK379, the second prototype of a groundbreaking naval aviation jet fighter, during its formative years. The image captures the essence of innovation and progress as this aircraft took its first steps towards revolutionizing carrier-borne jet operations. The Sea Venom NF.20, with the registration number WK379 (c/n 12028), made its initial flight on July 1952. It was delivered to the Royal Navy on September 24, 1952. This aircraft was a significant milestone in the post-World War II era, as it represented the UK's commitment to modernizing its naval aviation capabilities. The Sea Venom NF.20 was a two-seat, all-weather, carrier-borne fighter-bomber. It was designed to replace the Sea Hornet and Sea Meteor in the Fleet Air Arm's inventory. The aircraft was powered by a de Havilland Ghost 102 engine, which provided impressive thrust and enabled the Sea Venom to reach a top speed of over 550 mph. The Sea Venom NF.20 was the first British naval aircraft to be designed as a jet from the outset. Its introduction marked a new era in naval aviation, as it provided superior performance, range, and versatility compared to its propeller-driven predecessors. The Sea Venom NF.20 served the Royal Navy with distinction until it was eventually scrapped at Farnborough. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the Sea Venom NF.20 WK379 as it stood at the forefront of naval aviation's transition to the jet age. It serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and pilots who made this groundbreaking aircraft a reality.
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