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Aircraft BAC TSR2 supersonic fighter / bomber designed for the Royal Air Force
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Aircraft BAC TSR2 supersonic fighter / bomber designed for the Royal Air Force
Aircraft BAC TSR2 supersonic fighter / bomber designed for the Royal Air Force. After development trials the Labour government decided to cancel the project. The aircraft is seen here taxiing in after a test flight. The aircraft used the same engines that went on to power Concorde.
September 1964
Unknown
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
DM S8482
Media ID 21348326
© Mirrorpix
Cold War Plane Prototype Reconnaisance Test Flight
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This print captures the remarkable Aircraft BAC TSR2, a supersonic fighter/bomber specifically designed for the Royal Air Force during the 1960s. Despite its immense potential and successful development trials, this groundbreaking project was abruptly terminated by the Labour government. In this snapshot, we witness the aircraft gracefully taxiing in after an exhilarating test flight. The BAC TSR2 held great promise as it boasted cutting-edge features and advanced technology that were ahead of its time. Notably, these engines would later go on to power Concorde, showcasing their exceptional capabilities. Taken in September 1964 against a backdrop of heightened tensions during the Cold War era, this image evokes a sense of awe and curiosity surrounding military aviation advancements. The prototype's sleek design exudes both power and elegance while hinting at its intended purpose: reconnaissance and tactical strikes. As we delve into history through this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded not only of technological achievements but also of missed opportunities. This visual testament serves as a poignant reminder that even groundbreaking projects can face unexpected obstacles along their journey towards progress.
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