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Gloster GA. 5 Javelin 2nd prototype WD808
Gloster GA.5 Javelin 2nd prototype WD808, seen during its air display, at the 1952 SBAC Farnborough Air Show. First flown on 21 August 1952, only 10 days before the public debut of the new Javelin fighter. Date 1-7 September 1952. Date: 1952
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1952 Date Days Debut Farnborough Flown Gloster Javelin Prototype Sbac
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1. Title: "The Debut of the Javelin: Gloster GA.5 Javelin 2nd Prototype WD808 at the 1952 SBAC Farnborough Air Show" 2.. This photograph showcases the second prototype of the Gloster GA.5 Javelin, registration WD808, during its impressive air display at the 1952 Society of British Aircraft Constructors (SBAC) Farnborough Air Show. The Javelin, a groundbreaking British twin-engine, all-weather, supersonic interceptor fighter, made its first flight just 10 days prior to this public debut on August 21, 1952. The Javelin was designed and manufactured by Gloster Aircraft Company, with the aim of providing the Royal Air Force (RAF) with an advanced fighter capable of intercepting enemy aircraft at high altitudes and in adverse weather conditions. This second prototype, WD808, was an essential step towards the realization of this goal. The 1952 SBAC Farnborough Air Show was an ideal platform for showcasing the Javelin's capabilities to a wide audience, generating significant interest and excitement. The aircraft's sleek design, advanced technology, and impressive performance left a lasting impression on attendees, marking the beginning of the Javelin's successful service with the RAF. This photograph is a testament to the innovation and engineering prowess of the Gloster Aircraft Company during the post-World War II era. It captures a pivotal moment in aviation history, as the Javelin took its place among the world's most advanced fighter aircraft. Date: 1-7 September 1952. Source: Mary Evans Picture Library. [Image of Gloster GA.5 Javelin 2nd prototype WD808 during its air display at the 1952 SBAC Farnborough Air Show, by Mary Evans Prints Online.]
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