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de Havilland DH-115 Vampire T-22
RAF de Havilland Dh-100 Vampire Date: 1950s
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Airliner Dehavilland Dh114 Dh115 Four Engined Havilland Jet Bomber Jet Fighter Jet Powered Low Wing Monoplane Regional Trainer Bomber Pistonprop Powered
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In this photograph, the de Havilland DH-115 Vampire T-22 takes center stage, a testament to the innovative spirit of the 1950s UK aviation industry and the Royal Air Force (RAF). The DH-115 Vampire, a jet-powered trainer, was an evolution of the successful piston-engined DH-100 Vampire, which first flew in 1944. The DH-115 Vampire, with its sleek, low-wing monoplane design, was a significant leap forward in aviation technology. Powered by four Rolls-Royce Derwent engines, it was the RAF's first jet trainer, providing pilots with the essential skills needed to transition to the jet age. Its versatility extended beyond training, as it also served as a fighter and even a jet bomber in the RAF's inventory. This particular aircraft, XG768, bears the markings of the RAF, reflecting its military lineage. The image captures the Vampire T-22 as it soars through the sky, leaving a trail of vapor in its wake. The four engines roar in the background, a testament to the raw power and innovation that defined the era. The DH-115 Vampire was a pivotal aircraft in the RAF's history, bridging the gap between piston-engined and jet-powered aircraft. Its legacy lives on, as it continues to inspire awe and admiration among aviation enthusiasts and historians alike. This photograph is a glimpse into the past, a reminder of the groundbreaking achievements of the 1950s UK aviation industry and the RAF.
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