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de Havilland Vampire
de Havilland Vampire F.1 (TG278) in flight near Hatfield, 23 August 1945
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1110625
© RAF Museum 2008 - All Rights Reserved
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of high-quality poster prints featuring the iconic de Havilland Vampire F.1 (TG278) in flight by Charles E Brown. This stunning image captures the moment of history as the RAF's first jet fighter took to the skies near Hatfield on August 23, 1945. Our poster prints are meticulously produced using premium materials to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, making this an excellent addition to any aviation enthusiast's workspace, home office, or personal collection. Relive the thrill of aviation history with this beautifully captured moment. Order your Media Storehouse de Havilland Vampire poster print today!
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.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.9cm x 42cm (20.8" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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> Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the sleek and powerful form of a de Havilland Vampire F.1 (TG278) in flight near Hatfield, Hertfordshire, on 23 August 1945. The image, taken by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown for the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum, marks an important moment in postwar aviation history. The de Havilland Vampire was the first jet fighter operated by the RAF and represented a significant advancement in military aviation technology. Its debut came just as the Second World War was drawing to a close, ushering in a new era of jet-powered aircraft. In this photograph, the Vampire's distinctive delta wing and swept-back wings can be seen in crisp detail against the clear blue sky. The engine exhaust trails, forming a perfect "V" shape, indicate the aircraft's impressive speed and power. The cockpit, with its rounded canopy, appears compact yet well-equipped, reflecting the advanced design of the time. The RAF's adoption of the Vampire marked the beginning of a new chapter in military aviation. Its impressive performance and versatility made it a mainstay of the RAF's inventory for over two decades, serving in various roles such as fighter, trainer, and target tug. This photograph serves as a testament to the Vampire's enduring legacy and the pioneering spirit of the RAF during the postwar era.
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