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SEPECAT Jaguar GR3As of 54 Squadron seen here taxi-ing to the runway at RAF
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SEPECAT Jaguar GR3As of 54 Squadron seen here taxi-ing to the runway at RAF
SEPECAT Jaguar GR3As of 54 Squadron seen here taxi-ing to the runway at RAF Coltishall before take off for a bombing run on the Otterburn ranges 5th August 1987
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Air Force Airfield Anglia Bombs Buildings Busy Clouds Cold War Eighties Exercise Ground Attack Ground Crew Norfolk Royal Air Force Weapons 1987
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 1980s at RAF Coltishall in Norfolk, England. The image showcases the powerful SEPECAT Jaguar GR3As of 54 Squadron as they taxi towards the runway, preparing for a crucial bombing run on the Otterburn ranges. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and activity as ground crew members scurry around these formidable military aircraft. Against a backdrop of cloudy skies, these sleek warplanes stand ready to fulfill their ground attack duties during an exercise that took place on August 5th, 1987. This snapshot captures not only the technological prowess of these fighter jets but also serves as a reminder of the tense Cold War era in which they operated. As tensions simmered between nations, it was through machines like these Jaguars that air forces sought to maintain peace and deter potential threats. The scene exudes both strength and precision; buildings dotting the airfield serve as reminders of human ingenuity supporting this impressive display of military might. With bombs securely fastened beneath their wings, these Jaguars symbolize both protection and power. This evocative photograph transports us back in time to witness a moment frozen in history - a testament to the dedication and skill exhibited by those who served in Britain's Royal Air Force during this critical period.
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