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De Havilland Sea Vampire F. 20
De Havilland Sea Vampire F.20 (VV149) in fligh 19 October 1948
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1881429
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our Media Storehouse Mounted Photos. This stunning piece features a iconic image of a De Havilland Sea Vampire F.20 (VV149) in flight, captured by renowned photographer Charles E. Brown during its maiden voyage with the Royal Air Force on 19 October 1948. Each mounted photo is meticulously printed on premium quality archival paper, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past to life. Add this captivating piece to your collection and relive the glory days of aviation history.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 15.2cm (7.5" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This black-and-white photograph, taken by Charles E. Brown, showcases the sleek and powerful form of a De Havilland Sea Vampire F.20 (VV149) in flight during a postwar era for the Royal Air Force (RAF). The Sea Vampire, a Fleet Air Arm variant, is a testament to the innovative aviation technology that emerged in the wake of World War II. The Sea Vampire F.20, with its distinctive inverted gull-wing design, was a significant advancement in naval aviation. Its ability to take off and land on aircraft carriers made it an essential addition to the RAF's fleet. The aircraft's powerful engines, twin-boom configuration, and streamlined fuselage were all designed to optimize its performance in the maritime environment. The date of this photograph is October 19, 1948, a time when the RAF was transitioning to new technologies and capabilities following the end of the war. The Sea Vampire was part of this transformation, representing the cutting edge of aviation design and capability. Charles E. Brown, the talented photographer, captured this image at just the right moment, with the Sea Vampire in a graceful ascent, its wings glinting in the sunlight, and the ocean below providing a striking contrast to the aircraft's metallic finish. This photograph is a testament to the beauty and power of this historic aircraft, and a reminder of the important role the RAF played in shaping the future of naval aviation.
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