Aircraft Photo of XR769 | English Electric Lightning F6 | UK - Air Force | AirHistory.net #431583
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:XR769
Military Code:B
Aircraft Original Type:English Electric Lightning
Aircraft Generic Type:English Electric Lightning
Aircraft Version:English Electric Lightning F6
C/n (msn):95234
Operator Titles:UK - Air Force
Unit Markings:11 Sqn
Location
City / Airport:Luqa - Malta InternationalMap
Country:Malta
Airport Codes:ICAO: LMML   IATA: MLA   Local: -   Other: -
 
Photo Date:12 July 1978
Photo by:John Visanich
Photo ID: 431583
Photo Comment

Abandoned after engine fire over the North Sea about 5 miles East of Spurn Head, Easington, Humberside on 11 April 1988 ("BG" of 11 Squadron). Pilot ejected safely.

This photo is copyright © John Visanich, and may not be used or published in any way without permission.

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