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Hawker Fury Is, including K8248 and K8303
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1. Title: "A Pair of Hawker Furies: K8248 and K8303" 2.. This photograph showcases a pair of Hawker Furies, the iconic biplane fighter aircraft that once graced the skies during the interwar period and the early days of World War II. The two featured aircraft are identified as K8248 and K8303. 3. The Hawker Fury, designed by Sidney Camm, was a development of the successful Hawker Demon biplane fighter. It was a versatile aircraft, serving not only as a fighter but also as a fighter trainer and a ground-attack aircraft. 4. K8248 and K8303, both in their distinctive camouflage paint schemes, are seen here in a transport configuration, likely being moved between airfields for maintenance or operational reasons. The open cockpits reveal the cockpit details, including the control column, instrument panel, and the distinctive round-shaped canopy. 5. The Hawker Fury was powered by a Rolls-Royce Kestrel engine, which provided the aircraft with a top speed of around 180 mph. It was armed with four forward-firing .303-inch Vickers machine guns, making it a formidable adversary in the skies. 6. The Hawker Fury served with various air forces, including the Royal Air Force (RAF), the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). It saw action in various theaters, including the Battle of Britain, the North African Campaign, and the Pacific War. 7. This photograph is a testament to the history and legacy of the Hawker Fury, a remarkable aircraft that played a crucial role in the defense of the skies during a pivotal period in aviation history. K8248 and K8303, in their transport configuration, serve as a reminder of the versatility and adaptability of this iconic biplane fighter.
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