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McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR. 2 XV474 G
Royal Air Force - McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR.2 XV474 G, of No.17 Squadron, at RAF Bruggen, on 1 June 1971. Date: 1971
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1971 Mcdonnell Phantom Squadron Douglas
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This photograph showcases McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR.2 XV474 G of the Royal Air Force (RAF), assigned to No.17 Squadron, during its tenure at RAF Bruggen in June 1971. The Phantom, a legendary military aircraft, is depicted in its full glory as it taxis on the runway, its powerful engines emitting plumes of smoke. The McDonnell Douglas Phantom, a twin-engine, all-weather, supersonic interceptor aircraft, was a formidable asset to the RAF fleet during the Cold War era. With its advanced capabilities, including air-to-air combat, reconnaissance, and ground-attack missions, the Phantom served as a critical component of the UK's air defense system. XV474 G, specifically, was delivered to the RAF in 1968 and saw active service until its retirement in 2006. Its time at RAF Bruggen marked a significant period in its history, as it was one of the many bases where the Phantom fleet was stationed to protect the skies over Europe. This photograph not only encapsulates the power and grace of the McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR.2 but also transports us back in time to an era of aviation history when these magnificent machines played a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of nations. A true testament to the ingenuity and innovation of aeronautical engineering, the Phantom remains an iconic symbol of military aviation, and this photograph serves as a lasting reminder of its storied past.
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