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Hawker Siddeley Buccaneer S. 2B XW988
Hawker Siddeley Buccaneer S.2B XW988 (msn B3-3-72) of the Royal Aircraft Establishment at Boscombe Down. XW988, with two more S.2Bs, was built especially for the Royal Aircraft Establishment for weapons and systems trials. After retirement XW988 was sold to Mike Beachy-Head in South Africa and registered as ZU-AVI to be operated by Thunder City World of Power at Cape Town - International (CPT - FACT), South Africa. Date: 1970s-1980s
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1970s 1980s After Boscombe Buccaneer Cape Establishment Fact Hawker Mike Operated Power Registered Retirement Siddeley Sold Systems Thunder Trials Beachy Head Weapons
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In this photograph, we find the Hawker Siddeley Buccaneer S.2B XW988 (msn B3-3-72) gracefully parked at the Royal Aircraft Establishment (RAE) in Boscombe Down during the 1970s-1980s. This particular Buccaneer was one of three S.2Bs built specifically for the RAE for extensive weapons and systems trials. The Hawker Siddeley Buccaneer, a British twin-engined, variable-geometry strike-bomber, was a formidable aircraft during its time. Its versatility and advanced features made it an ideal candidate for rigorous testing by the RAE. XW988, with its distinctive markings, showcases the aircraft's sleek design and powerful presence. After an illustrious career with the RAE, XW988 was retired and sold to Mike Beachy-Head in South Africa. In its new home, the Buccaneer was registered as ZU-AVI and became a part of Thunder City World of Power's impressive fleet at Cape Town International Airport (CPT - FACT). The aircraft continued to captivate audiences and serve as a reminder of its rich history in the aviation world. This photograph not only showcases the Hawker Siddeley Buccaneer S.2B XW988's time at the Royal Aircraft Establishment but also its journey to South Africa and its subsequent role in Thunder City World of Power's operations. The Buccaneer's legacy continues to live on, reminding us of the ingenuity and innovation that shaped the aviation industry during the 1970s and 1980s.
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