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Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer 3 G-AYFA
Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer 3 (CC.1) G-AYFA (msn 538, ex XM285, ex G-31-15), slowly succumbing to spares recovery among the glider trailers at Shobdon. 30 Aug 1958 - Delivered to the Royal Air Force as CC.1 XM285 24 May 1982 - Aircraft CofA expired. External storage at Shobdon and scrapped in 1992. Date: circa 1985
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Media ID 32230860
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1958 1982 1985 1992 Delivered Expired External Glider Pioneer Recovery Scrapped Slowly Spares Storage Trailers Twin
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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This print captures the Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer 3 G-AYFA in a state of slow decay, nestled among glider trailers at Shobdon. With its rich history dating back to its delivery to the Royal Air Force as CC.1 XM285 in August 1958, this aircraft has seen decades of service before succumbing to spares recovery.
The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for aviation enthusiasts, showcasing the rugged beauty and timeless design of the Twin Pioneer. Despite its eventual fate of being scrapped in 1992 after its CofA expired in May 1982, G-AYFA remains a symbol of flight transport history.
The meticulous details captured by The Peter Butt Aviation Collection offer viewers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the craftsmanship and engineering that went into creating this iconic aircraft. Each scratch and dent tells a story of countless journeys taken and missions accomplished during its time in service.
As we gaze upon this relic from circa 1985, we are reminded of the important role that these planes played in shaping our world and connecting people across vast distances. The Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer may no longer soar through the skies, but it will forever hold a place in our hearts as a testament to human ingenuity and exploration.
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