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Gloster Meteor F4 RA490

Gloster Meteor F4, RA490, following use as a Beryl engine testbed, the aircraft was heavily modified to take two Rolls-Royce Nene turbojets for trials with a jet deflection system

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Beryl Deflection Gloster Heavily Meteor Modified Nene Rolls Royce System Testbed Trials Turbojets


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1. Title: "Gloster Meteor F4 RA490: Pioneering Jet Deflection System Trials with Rolls-Royce Nene Turbojets" This photograph showcases the Gloster Meteor F4, registration RA490, a legendary British jet fighter that underwent significant modifications for groundbreaking trials with the Rolls-Royce Nene jet engine and a jet deflection system. Following its initial use as a Beryl engine testbed, this aircraft was heavily transformed to accommodate two Rolls-Royce Nene turbojets. The Gloster Meteor F4, a second-generation jet fighter, was a significant advancement in aviation technology during the post-World War II era. Its sleek design and advanced features made it a formidable addition to the Royal Air Force's (RAF) fleet. However, the potential of this aircraft was not limited to its original configuration. In this image, RA490 is seen undergoing trials with the Rolls-Royce Nene jet engine, a powerful and innovative engine that would later power the de Havilland Comet, the world's first jet airliner. The installation of these engines marked a significant milestone in the development of the Meteor, as it allowed for increased thrust and improved performance. Moreover, the aircraft was also fitted with a jet deflection system, an experimental technology designed to reduce the noise generated by jet engines during takeoff and landing. This system, which deflected the exhaust gases downwards, aimed to mitigate the negative impact of jet engines on the environment and nearby communities. This photograph captures a moment in aviation history, as the Gloster Meteor F4 RA490 pushed the boundaries of technology and innovation, paving the way for future advancements in jet engine design and application.

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