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English Electric Canberra B2 WH699 Aries IV
English Electric Canberra B2, WH699, Aries IV, arrives at Wingfield Aerodrome, Cape Town, after breaking the record from London. 17 December 1953. Date: 1953
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1953 Aerodrome Aries Arrives Breaking Canberra Cape Electric Record Wingfield December
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This historic photograph captures the moment when English Electric Canberra B2, registration number WH699 and nicknamed Aries IV, touched down at Wingfield Aerodrome in Cape Town, South Africa on December 17, 1953. The Canberra B2, a long-range jet bomber developed by English Electric, had just broken the record for the fastest transatlantic flight by a jet aircraft, taking off from London's Heathrow Airport earlier that day. With a top speed of over 500 miles per hour, the Canberra B2 was a marvel of aviation technology at the time. The plane's sleek design and powerful engines made it a formidable presence in the skies, and its long-range capabilities made it an essential asset for military transport and reconnaissance missions. The arrival of Aries IV in Cape Town was a significant event, not only for the local community but also for the aviation world. The successful completion of the transatlantic flight further cemented the Canberra B2's reputation as a pioneering aircraft, pushing the boundaries of what was possible in aviation technology. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers, pilots, and crews who made this record-breaking flight possible. The Canberra B2's arrival at Wingfield Aerodrome marked a new era in aviation history, and this image captures the excitement and wonder of that moment in time.
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