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Tornado Fighter Jet Guards Transair’s HQ
Tornado XX947 was the second prototype aircraft to be constructed and was used extensively for flight-testing. Her maiden flight was from Bae Warton on 5th August 1975. She was used extensively in the development of the Tornado and has flown 1,830 hours. After completion of its test flying, the aircraft was subsequently used as a weapons-loading procedure trainer at RAF Marham. This aircraft is of historical importance and Transair are very proud that she is now at Shoreham Airport.
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| Max speed: |
1,453 mph |
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Length overall: |
56ft 5in |
| Max range: |
1,727 miles |
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Wing span: |
45ft 7in (unswept) |
| Max altitude: |
49,000 feet |
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28ft 2in (swept) |
| Max weight: |
60,000lbs |
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Height overall: |
19ft 8in |
The Tornado is the RAF’s first swing-wing, Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MRCA) and to date over 900 Tornados have been built. The type is expected to continue in service until at least 2020.
Transair was established in 1986 and has grown to become the largest and most respected Pilot Shop in Europe - despatching over 70,000 parcels each year to over 100 countries throughout the World. A fast and efficient mail order service tracks orders from despatch to point of delivery.
Their Shoreham Airport Headquarters opened in October 1999 and houses the largest Pilot Shop in Europe - 2,500 square foot packed full of the latest in pilots flight equipment. If you are interested in aircraft, why not pay Transair a visit and take a closer look at XX947! Everyone is welcome, the Pilot Shop is open 7 days a week from 9-5pm Monday to Friday, 10-5pm Saturday and 10-4pm Sunday.
For a free full colour catalogue call 01273 466000 or visit their website and 24 hour on-line shop at www.transair.co.uk.
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