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Hunting Jet Provost T. 3 XM370, 1959
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Hunting Jet Provost T. 3 XM370, 1959
Hunting Jet Provost T.3 XM370 flying to the SBAC Show, Farnborough, 1959
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© Charles Brown Collection, RAF Museum
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In this black-and-white photograph, Hunting Jet Provost T.3 XM370 soars through the clear blue sky, leaving a trail of vapor in its wake as it makes its way to the 1959 Society of British Aircraft Constructors (SBAC) Show at Farnborough. The Jet Provost, a two-seat, twin-engine jet trainer, was a postwar development by the Hunting Percival Aircraft Company, which was later absorbed into the British Aircraft Corporation (BAC). The Jet Provost was introduced into the Royal Air Force (RAF) inventory in 1957 and quickly became a mainstay of the RAF's training fleet due to its advanced avionics, excellent handling characteristics, and high-performance capabilities. The T.3 variant, which is depicted in this image, was the most advanced version of the Jet Provost, featuring a more powerful engine and an upgraded avionics suite. The Jet Provost played a crucial role in the training of RAF pilots during the postwar era, providing them with the skills and experience necessary to fly more advanced aircraft. In this photograph, we see XM370, registration number XM370, in its element, demonstrating the power and grace of this iconic aircraft as it makes its approach to the Farnborough Airshow. Charles E. Brown captured this moment in time, preserving it for future generations to appreciate the history and significance of the Jet Provost in the RAF's aviation legacy. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the postwar era, showcasing the Jet Provost's enduring impact on military aviation training.
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