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Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier HMS Illustrious Returns To Portsmouth Folllowing Refit
Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier HMS Illustrious is escorted by tugs as she returns to Portsmouth following her refit in Scotland.
HMS Illustrious returned to her Portsmouth home today (July 7) after completing a £ 40m maintenance and upgrade programme in Scotland.
The 22, 000 tonne ship, affectionately known as Lusty, was in the Rosyth dockyard in Fife for 16 months where she underwent modifications to turn her into a helicopter and commando carrier capable of carrying a force of up to 20 helicopters and 600 fully kitted out personnel.
Since leaving Rosyth on June 18 Illustrious has been undergoing sea trials off the UK coast. She will carry out further tests off the south coast before returning to the RN fleet at the end of this month.
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Aircraft Carrier Carrier Equipment Hms Illustrious Invincible Class Portsmouth Royal Navy Ship Spinnaker Tower
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Experience the power and pride of the Royal Navy with our stunning HMS Illustrious greeting card. Witness the moment of homecoming as the aircraft carrier, escorted by tugs, returns to Portsmouth after undergoing a thorough refit in Scotland. This beautifully detailed card, featuring an authentic Armed Forces photograph, is the perfect way to express your admiration and support for the brave men and women of the Royal Navy. Order now and add a touch of nautical charm to your correspondence.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 42cm (11.7" x 16.5")
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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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The Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier HMS Illustrious makes a triumphant return to Portsmouth, escorted by tugs, after undergoing an extensive refit in Scotland. Affectionately known as Lusty, the 22,000-tonne ship has been transformed into a state-of-the-art helicopter and commando carrier capable of accommodating up to 20 helicopters and 600 fully equipped personnel. Having spent 16 months at Rosyth dockyard in Fife for a £40m maintenance and upgrade program, HMS Illustrious now boasts enhanced capabilities that will greatly contribute to the navy's operational readiness. Following her departure from Rosyth on June 18, she underwent rigorous sea trials off the UK coast before arriving back home today. As she sails majestically towards Portsmouth with the iconic Spinnaker Tower standing tall in the background, this print captures both the grandeur of HMS Illustrious and its significance to British naval power. The image showcases not only a remarkable vessel but also symbolizes resilience and adaptability as it emerges from its transformation stronger than ever. With further tests planned along the south coast before rejoining the Royal Navy fleet later this month, HMS Illustrious stands ready to take on any challenge that lies ahead. This photograph serves as a testament to the dedication and expertise of those involved in her refit while highlighting Britain's commitment to maintaining a formidable maritime force.
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