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RAF Mark 4 Chinook Helicopter
A MK 4 Chinook helicopter takes off from RAF Odiham during a testing exercise.
The first upgraded Royal Air Force (RAF) Chinook Mk4 helicopters deployed to Afghanistan in late November, less than six months after their introduction to frontline squadrons.
With an initial release to service granted in May 2012, RAF Chinooks crews were able to begin their operational work-up on the Mk 4 before declaring an initial operating capability in June 2012. This in turn allowed the first RAF crews to operate the Chinook Mk4 in support of UK security operations during the London Olympics from June to September 2012 prior to preparing for their deployment to Afghanistan.
Under Project Julius, the entire RAF Chinook fleet of 46 aircraft is being upgraded with the Thales digital glass cockpit procured through prime contractor Boeing, together with upgraded Honeywell T-55-714 engines. Getting the first Chinook Mk4s into Afghanistan by December 2012 has been the result of a Herculean effort by everyone involved in the Julius programme, Group Captain Dom Toriati, RAF Chinook Force Commander and Station Commander RAF Odiham, told Shephard. All the agencies involved in this programme have worked hard to help de-risk and produce a credible support and airworthiness solution which everyone could sign-up to and helped deliver the Chinook Mk4 into theatre.
Royal Air Force Odiham is situated in North Hampshire, 46 Miles south west of London. The nearest large town is Basingstoke, 7 miles to the West. The working population of the Station is about 2, 000, of which around 100 are civilians
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Chinook Equipment Helicopter Military Odiham Royal Air Force
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Experience the power and precision of the RAF's iconic Mark 4 Chinook Helicopter with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. Captured during a testing exercise at RAF Odiham, this image showcases the Chinook in action as it takes off, ready for deployment in Afghanistan. Bring the excitement of the Armed Forces into your home or office with these high-quality, vibrant prints. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and military history buffs alike."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.8cm x 59.4cm (16.1" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The RAF Mark 4 Chinook Helicopter is seen in action as it takes off from RAF Odiham during a testing exercise. This powerful aircraft has recently undergone upgrades under Project Julius, with the entire fleet of 46 Chinooks being equipped with Thales digital glass cockpits and upgraded Honeywell T-55-714 engines. The first batch of these upgraded helicopters were deployed to Afghanistan in late November, just six months after their introduction to frontline squadrons. The quick deployment of the Chinook Mk4s was made possible by the hard work and dedication of all those involved in the Julius program. Group Captain Dom Toriati, RAF Chinook Force Commander and Station Commander at RAF Odiham, commended everyone for their efforts in de-risking and producing a credible support and airworthiness solution. Prior to their deployment to Afghanistan, the new Mk4 helicopters played an important role in supporting UK security operations during the London Olympics from June to September 2012. This demonstrates their versatility and reliability even before entering active combat zones. RAF Odiham, located in North Hampshire about 46 miles southwest of London, serves as an essential base for these impressive aircraft. With a working population of around 2,000 individuals, including both military personnel and civilians, this station plays a crucial role in maintaining air superiority for the Royal Air Force.
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