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Four Hawker Hunter 1s of 54 Squadron aerobatic team
Four Hawker Hunter 1s of 54 Squadron aerobatic team rehearsing for their Farnborough display. September 1955. Date: 1955
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1955 Aerobatic Farnborough Four Hawker Hunter Rehearsing Squadron
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 5.7cm x 7.6cm (2.2" x 3")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the Four Hawker Hunter 1s of 54 Squadron aerobatic team are seen rehearsing for their awe-inspiring display at the 1955 Farnborough Airshow. The squadron, based at RAF Biggin Hill in Kent, England, was renowned for its precision and skill in the air. The Hunters, with their sleek lines and powerful engines, were the epitome of Cold War aviation technology, and the team's dynamic maneuvers were a crowd favorite at airshows across Europe. The photograph captures the team in mid-rehearsal, with the pilots focusing intently on their respective planes as they execute a formation loop. The planes, with their distinctive red, white, and blue markings, trail contrails of exhaust as they soar through the crisp autumnal sky. The team's ground crew, dressed in smart uniforms and wearing protective goggles, watch attentively from below, ready to provide support and guidance as needed. The year was 1955, a time of great innovation and progress in the field of aviation. The world was recovering from the aftermath of World War II, and the skies were once again filled with the sound of roaring engines and the sight of graceful aircraft. The Farnborough Airshow was a highlight of the aviation calendar, and the Four Hawker Hunter 1s of 54 Squadron were among the most eagerly anticipated acts of the event. This photograph is a testament to the team's dedication, skill, and the enduring allure of aviation in the post-war era.
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