Hawker Hurricane

Cundy88 🇬🇧

2h ago · © Cundy88

A meticulously restored Hawker Hurricane Mk I in RAF Battle of Britain livery, parked at an aviation museum hangar.

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Manufacturer

Hawker

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 80.0

Classic Hurricane in profile looks great; foreground clutter and people near tail slightly distract from impact.

Location

Signature Hangar Gate 5

London Luton Airport · LTN/EGGW

51.8782, -0.3823

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London Luton Airport LTN

Airport

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Aviation History

The Hawker Hurricane was one of the most significant British fighters of World War II, credited with the majority of RAF air victories during the Battle of Britain.

Fleet Rarity

Extremely rare - fewer than 20 airworthy Hawker Hurricanes remain today.

Record Flights

Most notably flew defensive sorties and intercept missions in WWII, including during the Battle of Britain.

Safety & Events

Several Hurricanes are preserved worldwide; Hurricane V7497 is a well-known restored Battle of Britain survivor.

Future Outlook

Preserved and maintained as a flying warbird, likely to remain operational for airshows and commemorative events.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Merlin (variant may be Merlin XX or III depending on restoration)

Engine

12.19 m

Wingspan

9.84 m

Length

756 km

Range

450 km/h

Speed

1 (pilot only)

Capacity

3,670 kg

MTOW

4.0 m

Height

1,030 hp (768 kW) at 16,250 ft (Merlin II/III variant)

Thrust

Approx. 90-100 db (historic, no ICAO rating)

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