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Piaggio-Douglas PD. 808RM MM62017
Aeronautica Militare - Piaggio-Douglas PD.808RM MM62017 (msn 524), of 14 Stormo, at RAF Cottesmore for the Royal International Air Tattoo in July 2000. (RM - Radiomisure - radio - radar - nav-aid calibration). (Aeronautica Militare - Italian Air Force) Date: 2000
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2000 Aeronautica Calibration Cottesmore Militare Nav Aid Piaggio Douglas Radar Radio Radiomisure Stormo Tattoo
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This photograph captures the Piaggio-Douglas PD.808RM MM62017 (msn 524) of the Italian Air Force's 14 Stormo, during its visit to RAF Cottesmore for the Royal International Air Tattoo in July 2000. The PD.808RM, also known as RM for Radiomisure, is a twin-engine, turboprop transport aircraft used primarily for radio-radar-nav-aid calibration. The Italian Air Force operated a fleet of these versatile aircraft, which were essential for maintaining the accuracy of communication and navigation systems for their own and allied forces. The PD.808RM in the image, with its distinctive red, green, and white Italian Air Force markings, is seen taxing on the runway at RAF Cottesmore. The airfield, located in the English county of Rutland, was a popular venue for the Royal International Air Tattoo, an annual airshow showcasing the finest military and civilian aircraft from around the world. This photograph, taken in 2000, offers a unique glimpse into the international cooperation and camaraderie that defined the world of military aviation during that era. The Piaggio-Douglas PD.808RM, with its vital role in ensuring the operational readiness of communication and navigation systems, was a crucial component of the Italian Air Force's capabilities and a testament to the advanced technology and engineering of the time. The Tony Lovelock Collection, from which this photograph is sourced, is a renowned archive of aviation history, offering a wealth of captivating images that document the evolution of flight and the stories of the brave men and women who have taken to the skies.
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