Home > Animals > Insects > Flies > Gnat
Red Arrows Gnat T Mk. 2 XS111 and XR540 with 8 more plus XS10
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Red Arrows Gnat T Mk. 2 XS111 and XR540 with 8 more plus XS10
Red Arrows Hawker Siddeley Gnat T Mk.2 XS111 and XR540 with 8 more plus XS106 from another unit. Date: 1970s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20026772
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
Arrows Gnat Hawker Siddeley Unit
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Flies
> Gnat
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> Peter Butt Transport Collection
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph from the 1970s, we find ourselves at the heart of an aeronautical spectacle as the Red Arrows, the renowned Royal Air Force aerobatics team, prepare for takeoff with their Hawker Siddeley Gnat T Mk.2 jets. The image features two distinctive Gnat T Mk.2 aircraft, XS111 and XR540, prominently displayed. The Red Arrows, formed in 1965, were the first formally trained military aerobatics team in the world. Their striking red jets and precise formations have since become a symbol of British aviation excellence and a crowd favorite at air shows around the globe. In this scene, we also notice eight additional Gnat T Mk.2 jets in the background, along with XS106 from another unit. The team's transport and transportation aircraft, such as the Comet C-1 and Andover C-1, can often be seen in the vicinity, but in this instance, they are absent, allowing us to fully appreciate the Gnat T Mk.2 jets in their element. The Gnat T Mk.2, a single-engine, twin-seat advanced trainer and light combat aircraft, was the primary platform used by the Red Arrows from 1968 to 1994. Its agility and versatility made it an ideal choice for the team's demanding aerial displays. As the Red Arrows prepare for another thrilling performance, the anticipation is palpable, and the sight of these magnificent jets lined up on the runway is a testament to the enduring legacy of British military aviation.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
