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An Armstrong Whitworth Meteor NF 14 jet aircraft arrives at its new home at Coventry
An Armstrong Whitworth Meteor NF 14 jet aircraft arrives at its new home at Coventry Airport, Baginton under the care of the Midland Air Museum.
The plane was one of around 100 built at Baginton Airport in the 1950s. It was designed as anight fighter and fitted with special radar to detect flights entering Britain. It had its maiden flight in 1954 and served in a variety of Royal Air Force units before being retired in 1971.
15th March 1986
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
CET 150578
Media ID 21750996
© Mirrorpix
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic moment in aviation history. Witness the graceful arrival of an Armstrong Whitworth Meteor NF 14 jet aircraft at Coventry Airport, Baginton. Captured by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints, this vintage photograph transports you to the golden age of jet travel. Add this captivating piece to your home or office décor and relive the thrill of aviation history.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20cm (11.9" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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An Armstrong Whitworth Meteor NF 14 jet aircraft gracefully touches down at its new home in Coventry Airport, Baginton, under the watchful care of the Midland Air Museum. This iconic plane, one of approximately 100 constructed at Baginton Airport during the vibrant 1950s, was specifically designed as a night fighter and equipped with state-of-the-art radar systems to safeguard British airspace. Taking flight for the first time in 1954, this remarkable aircraft served dutifully across various Royal Air Force units before retiring honorably in 1971. Now preserved for future generations to admire and appreciate, it stands as a testament to both military excellence and technological prowess. Captured on film on March 15th, 1986 by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints, this snapshot encapsulates an era when aviation advancements were transforming warfare strategies. The image evokes nostalgia for the vibrant atmosphere of the 1980s while paying homage to a pivotal period in history. As we gaze upon this photograph today, let us remember not only the impressive engineering behind this majestic jet but also those brave men and women who piloted these machines into battle. Their courage and dedication continue to inspire awe as their legacy lives on through preservation efforts like those undertaken by the Midland Air Museum.
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