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Hawker Hunter FGA Mk. 74B G-BABM
Hawker Hunter FGA Mk.74B (msn S4/R/S4/U/3308) for export to the Royal Singapore Air Force, at the 1974 SBAC Farnborough Air Show. De-registered on delivery 16 October 1972. Date: 1972
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1972 1974 Export Farnborough Hawker Hunter Sbac Singapore Delivery
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1. Title: "A Majestic Departure: Hawker Hunter FGA Mk. 74B G-BABM at the 1974 Farnborough Air Show" 2.. This evocative photograph captures the moment of departure for the Hawker Hunter FGA Mk. 74B, registration number G-BABM, as it takes to the skies above the 1974 Farnborough Air Show. Manufactured by Hawker Siddeley, this particular Hunter aircraft (msn S4/R/S4/U/3308) was built for export to the Royal Singapore Air Force. The Hunter FGA Mk. 74B was a versatile and advanced trainer version of the iconic Hawker Hunter jet, which first flew in 1954 and served in the Royal Air Force and various other air forces around the world until the late 1990s. 3. In the image, G-BABM is adorned with the vibrant colours and insignia of the Royal Singapore Air Force, signifying its imminent delivery to its new home. The aircraft had been de-registered on 16 October 1972 in preparation for its transfer. The Farnborough Air Show, held annually since 1948, is a renowned international aerospace event showcasing the latest advancements in aviation technology. The 1974 show was a significant event, attracting a vast array of aircraft from military and civilian operators, as well as manufacturers and aviation enthusiasts. 4. As the Hunter jet climbs into the clear blue sky, it leaves behind a trail of exhaust and the cheers of the crowd, marking the end of an era for G-BABM and the beginning of its new chapter with the Royal Singapore Air Force. This photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of aviation and the thrill of witnessing history in the making.
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