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First flight of BAC TSR-2 XR219 Boscombe Down
First flight of BAC TSR-2, XR219, Boscombe Down, 30 September 1964
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1. Title: The First Flight of BAC TSR-2 XR219 at Boscombe Down, 30 September 1964 2. Description: This historic photograph captures the moment of the first flight of the BAC TSR-2 XR219 at Boscombe Down Aerodrome in Wiltshire, England, on 30 September 1964. The BAC TSR-2 (Two-Seat Reconnaissance-Strike) was a British twin-engine, variable-geometry, delta-winged jet aircraft, designed and manufactured by the British Aircraft Corporation (BAC). 3. Background: The TSR-2 was a ground-attack and maritime strike aircraft, intended to replace the Avro Shackleton and the English Electric Canberra in the Royal Air Force (RAF) inventory. The development of the TSR-2 was a significant undertaking for the British aviation industry, with the first flight taking place on 30 September 1964. 4. Design and Development: The TSR-2 was a complex aircraft, featuring variable-geometry wings, which could be adjusted in flight to optimize performance for different mission requirements. The aircraft was also equipped with advanced avionics, including terrain-following radar and a sophisticated weapon delivery system. 5. First Flight: The first flight of the TSR-2 XR219 was a crucial milestone in the development of the aircraft. The aircraft, piloted by test pilot Eric Brown, took off from Boscombe Down Aerodrome and flew for approximately 45 minutes, reaching an altitude of 15,000 feet and a maximum speed of 540 miles per hour. The flight was a success, and the TSR-2 went on to undergo further testing and evaluation by the RAF. 6. Impact: The first flight of the TSR-2 XR219 marked the beginning of an era of advanced aviation technology in the UK. Despite facing significant challenges and controversies throughout its development, the TSR-2 went on to serve with the RAF until the late 1980s. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the British aviation industry in the mid-20th century.
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