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Grumman G-1159 Gulfstream II HB-ITR
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, for conversion to one of five Shuttle Training Aircraft, which were modified so they could simulate the flying characteristics of the Space Shuttle during approach and landing). Date: circa 1976
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1976 Acquired Airport Approach Characteristics Conversion G 1159 Grumman Gulfstream Heathrow Landing Modified Nasa Rowland Shuttle Simulate Space Tiny
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This stunning print captures the Grumman G-1159 Gulfstream II HB-ITR, once owned by Tiny Rowland of Lonair S.A. and Lonrho Ltd, as it sits on the tarmac at London Heathrow Airport circa 1976. This particular aircraft, with manufacturer serial number 144, would later be acquired by NASA and converted into one of five Shuttle Training Aircrafts - N944NA.
The modification allowed this Gulfstream II to simulate the flying characteristics of the Space Shuttle during approach and landing, making it an invaluable tool for training astronauts in preparation for their missions. The sleek design of the aircraft is a testament to its speed and agility in flight.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the advancements made in aviation technology over the years. The Grumman G-1159 Gulfstream II was not only a symbol of luxury travel for its original owner but also played a crucial role in space exploration through its transformation into a Shuttle Training Aircraft.
The legacy of this aircraft lives on through its service to NASA and its contribution to scientific discovery. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly ordinary objects can have extraordinary purposes when put to good use.
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