| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | XV416 |
| Military Code: | H |
| Aircraft Original Type: | McDonnell F-4 Phantom II |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II |
| Aircraft Version: | McDonnell Douglas F-4M Phantom FGR2 |
| C/n (msn): | 3017 |
| Operator Titles: | UK - Air Force |
| Unit Markings: | 111 Sqn |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Airport: | ConingsbyMap |
| Region / Country: | England, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: EGXC IATA: QCY Local: - Other: - |
| Photo Date: | 1974 |
| Photo from: | Jonathan Verschuuren Collection |
| Photo ID: | 289743 |
| Photo Comment |
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In 1974, No. 111 Sqn was based at RAF Coningsby operating the Phantom FGR2. This squadron lost this particular aircraft on 3 March 1975. During an aborted attempt to land, the engine exploded and the crew ejected; the aircraft crashed into River Witham. This photo was added on 17 October 2020, and has since been viewed 613 times. |