1976 Collection (page 9)

Cessna 421B Golden Eagle G-BBIJ (msn 421B0432), at Booker in March 1976. Date: 1976

Beagle A. 109 Airedale G-AWGA
Beagle A.109 Airedale G-AWGA (msn ), at Winthorpe in June 1976. Date: 1976

Piper PA-22 Colt G-ARJF
Piper PA-22-108 Colt G-ARJF (msn 22-8199), at Winthorpe in June 1976. Date: 1976

Coates Swalesong SA. II Srs. 1 G-AYDV
Coates Swalesong SA.II Srs.1 G-AYDV (msn PFA 1353), at Winthorpe, in July 1976. Date: 1976

Rockwell Commander 112TC N1502J (msn 13002). Date: 1976

Northrop T-38A Talon 61-0851
United States Navy - Northrop T-38A Talon 61-0851, of the Top Gun Flight at Naval Air Station Miramar, on 17 January 1976. Date: 1976

VFW-Fokker VFW 614 D-BABI (msn MG.08), of VFW-Fokker GmbH, at the SBAC Farnborough Air-Show, held between 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

Grumman G-1159 Gulfstream II HB-ITR (msn 144), of Tiny Rowland - Lonair S.A. - Lonrho Ltd, at London Heathrow Airport. (This aircraft was acquired by NASA, as N944NA)

PZL-Bielsko SZD-45A Ogar G-BEBG (msn B-655), at the SBAC Farnborough Air-Show, held between 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

Piaggio P-166DL-3 I-PJAG (msn 416), at the SBAC Farnborough Air-Show, held between 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

Britten-Norman BN-2A-21 Islander G-BDLN (msn 492), at the SBAC Farnborough Air-Show, held between 5-12 September 1976. Operated by the Malawi Police Air Wing as 7Q-YAZ, this aircraft was short-lived

Aerospatiale SE. 318C Alouette II F-ZBAF
Aerospatiale SE.318C Alouette II F-ZBAF (msn 1647), of Securite Civile, at Toulouse-Francazal Airport on 24 March 1976. Date: 1976

Aerospatiale SA. 342J Gazelle F-WTNA
Aerospatiale SA.342J Gazelle F-WTNA (msn 1185), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

Agusta A. 109A Hirundo I-CDMV
Agusta A.109A Hirundo I-CDMV (msn 7113), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

Handley Page HP-137 Jetstream 1 G-AWVK (msn 208), of Racal Decca Navigator Company Ltd, at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

SIAI-Marchetti SF. 260W Warrior I-ARGI
SIAI-Marchetti SF.260W Warrior I-ARGI (msn 201 / 20-01), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

MBB Bo 105C D-HDER (msn S-150), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

PZL-104 Wilga 35 SP-WRE (msn 86225), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

United States Navy - Grumman TC-4C Academe 155726 (msn 183, base code NJ, call-sign 851'), of VA-128 from Naval Air Station New Jersey, at NAS Miramar on 5 June 1976

British Aerospace HS. 125-700B G-EFPT
British Aerospace HS.125-700B G-EFPT (msn 257020), of Save Energy Services Ltd Date: 1976

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125-600A VP-BDH
Hawker Siddeley HS.125-600A VP-BDH (msn 256028), of Norwest S.A. Ltd. Date: circa 1976

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125-600B G-BARR
Hawker Siddeley HS.125-600B G-BARR (msn 256019), of Rolls-Royce Ltd. at London Heathrow Airport. Date: circa 1976

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125-600B G-BART
Hawker Siddeley HS.125-600B G-BART (msn 256005), of Green Shield Trading Stamp Company Ltd-CarinAir Services, at Edinburgh Airport / RAF Turnhouse. Date: circa 1976

British Aerospace HS. 125-700B G-BFAN
British Aerospace HS.125-700B G-BFAN (msn 25258), of British Aerospace, at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

de Havilland DH. 87B Hornet Moth G-ADSK
de Havilland DH.87B Hornet Moth G-ADSK (msn 8091), at Booker Aerodrome in March 1976. Date: 1976

Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR. 1A undergoing an engine change
Royal Air Force - A Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1A of No.3 Squadron undergoing an engine change in the field, under the cover of an inflatable hide, during Exercise Heath Fir in Germany

Boeing VC-135B-BN Stratolifter 62-4130, of the 89th Military Airlift Wing at Andrews Air force Base in June 1976, for duties as a support aircraft for presidential / VVIP transports

Boeing VC-137B-BN 58-6970
United states Air Force - Boeing VC-137B-BN 58-6970 (msn 17925, model 707-153), of the 89th Military Airlift Wing at Andrews Air force Base in January 1976

Hawker Siddeley AV-8A Harrier 158957
United States Marine Corps - Hawker Siddeley AV-8A Harrier 158957 (msn 712118, base code WH, call-sign 12'), of VMA-542 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point

Boeing VC-137C 72-7000
United states Air Force - Boeing VC-137C 72-7000 The spirit of 76 (msn 20630, model 707-353B, carried N8459 for flight testing)

Reims-Cessna F172D G-ASHA (msn 0008), at Castle Donington in March 1976. Date: 1976

Fokker E. III Eindekker replica G-AVJO
Fokker E.III Eindekker replica G-AVJO LA34 (msn PPS/FOK/6), built by Personal Plane Services, at Booker. Seen in March 1976. Date: 1976

Boeing-Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE (Model A75N1, msn 758543, ex USAAF 42-109510, ex USN 43449, ex N5619N, ex CF-XRD), at Booker Aerodrome Date: circa 1976

VL Viima II G-BAAY Hayala (msn VI-3), at Booker Aerodrome in March 1973. (VL - Valtion Lentokonetehdas - State Aircraft Factory) Date: 1976

Boeing 707-321F G-BAEL (msn 17602, line number 83), of Malaysian Airline System (leased from British Midland Airways), probably after cessation of the lease, from August to November 1976. Date: 1976

Vickers Viscount 757 CF-TIF (msn 386). of United Aircraft Services Ltd, at East Midlands Airport (Castle Donington), in March 1976. Date: 1976

Beech Baron G-AZDK, with Beech Sierra G-BBXU
Beech 95-B55 Baron G-AZDK (msn TC-1406), with Beech B24R Sierra G-BBXU (msn MC-238), at Eglinton on 7 August 1976. Date: 1976

Hawker Siddeley HS-125-400A N523M (msn 25245), of the Marathon Oil Company. Date: circa 1976

Rockwell Sabreliner 75A N64 (msn 380-35, model number NA-265-75A), of the Federal Aviation Administration, at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show, held between 5-12 September 1976 Date: 1976

Airbus A300B2-1C F-WUAD (msn 3), of Airbus Industrie, at The SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976 Date: 1976

Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 153663
United States Marine Corps - Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 154323 (msn 13711, base code SC, call-sign 20'), of VMAT-102, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, in January 1976. Date: 1976

Douglas A-4E Skyhawk 150049
United States Marine Corps - Douglas A-4E Skyhawk 150049 (msn 13102, base code SC, call-sign 1'), of VMAT-102, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, in January 1976. Date: 1976

Westland WG. 13 Lynx G-BEAD
Westland WG.13 Lynx G-BEAD (msn WA00-001, ex XW835), of Westland Helicopters Limited, at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show, held between 5-12 September 1976

North American F-100D Super Sabre 56-3791
United States Air Force - North American F-100D-65-NA Super Sabre 56-2993 (msn 235-91), of the Arizona Air National Guard, at Tucson in January 1976. Date: 1976

North American F-100F Super Sabre 56-3791
United States Air Force - North American F-100F-10-NA Super Sabre 56-3791 (msn 243-67), of the Arizona Air National Guard, at Tucson in January 1976

Douglas A-4F Skyhawk 156935
United States Navy - Douglas A-4F Skyhawk 155017 (msn 13833, unit code UH, call-sign 09'), of VC-7, at Naval Air Station Miramar. Date: 1976

Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 156935
United States Navy - Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 156935 (msn 14028, unit code 3K, call-sign 428'), of VT-24, at Naval Air Station Miramar. Date: 1976

McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 153663
United States Marine Corps - McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 153663 (msn 13601, base code SC, call-sign 22'), of VMAT-102, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, in January 1976. Date: 1976

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"1976: A Year of Milestones and Iconic Moments" In 1976, the world witnessed a series of remarkable events that left an indelible mark on history. From military badges to breathtaking take-offs, this year was filled with captivating moments. The year kicked off with the majestic Concorde taking flight, showcasing its groundbreaking supersonic capabilities. As it soared through the skies, it symbolized humanity's relentless pursuit of innovation and progress. Amidst turbulent weather conditions, the Bishop Rock Lighthouse stood tall in a gale, serving as a beacon of hope and resilience. Its unwavering strength mirrored the determination displayed by individuals around the globe during challenging times. Meanwhile, at the London Film Festival Poster exhibition in 1976, creativity flourished as artists showcased their unique visions on celluloid. The vibrant posters captured both imagination and reality while celebrating cinema's power to transport us to different worlds. On wheels, automotive enthusiasts marveled at two iconic vehicles -the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and Triumph Stag- both epitomizing style and performance. The orange hue of the Corvette Stingray turned heads wherever it went while the sleek lines of Triumph Stag embodied elegance on every road traveled. Literature lovers were captivated by Agatha Christie's timeless mysteries which continued to enthrall readers decades after their initial publication in 1924. Her brilliant storytelling transported audiences into intricate webs of suspense where clues unraveled one page at a time. As British Airways' Concorde G-BOAC gracefully took off from Heathrow Airport, passengers embarked on extraordinary journeys across continents at unprecedented speeds. This marvel of aviation technology united people from diverse backgrounds and bridged distances like never before. Back on land but still within reach for adventure-seekers was RAF Lyneham's flight simulator in Wiltshire. It provided aspiring pilots with an opportunity to experience virtual flights that simulated real-life scenarios—a testament to the dedication and precision of those who serve in the armed forces.