| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | 494083 |
| Military Code: | RI-JK |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Junkers Ju 87 Stuka |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Junkers Ju 87 Stuka |
| Aircraft Version: | Junkers Ju 87G-2 Stuka |
| C/n (msn): | 494083 |
| Operator Titles: | Germany - Air Force |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | Hendon (closed)Map |
| Region / Country: | England, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | None |
| Photo Date: | 28 December 2012 |
| Photo by: | Alastair T. Gardiner |
| Photo ID: | 51940 |
| Photo Comment |
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The unmistakable cranked wing of the Stuka (contraction of 'Sturzkampfflugzeug', German for dive-bomber) has made this type one of the most famous and recognisable in all aviation. This example was captured in Eastern Germany shortly before the end of WWII. Fortunately she was designated early on for preservation so survives today in the RAF Museum, although she has undergone some modifications from her original service configuration to appear more like a 1940s BoB machine. This photo is copyright © Alastair T. Gardiner, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 23 March 2018, and has since been viewed 505 times. |