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Hawker Sea Fury’s of 802 Naval Squadron flying from HMS Ocean, engage MiG-15s over Pyongyang during the Korean War, 9th August 1952.
Lead by Peter ‘Hoagy’ Carmichael, four Royal Navy Sea Fury’s encountered eight enemy MiG-15s and the intense dogfight resulted in the destruction of one MiG with at least two more damaged.
It’s believed to be the first recorded victory of a piston-engined aircraft over a jet fighter in the Korean War.
Each print is individually hand signed by the famous pilot who lead the flight:
The Hawker Sea Fury stands as the last propeller-driven fighter to serve with the Royal Navy. Developed by Hawker Aircraft during the Second World War, it entered service in 1947. Specifically, the aircraft originated from a requirement for a “Light Tempest Fighter.” While the RAF cancelled its initial order, the Royal Navy adopted the type to replace its aging carrier fleet. This limited edition print captures the Sea Fury in its finest hour during the Korean War. If you appreciate historic naval aviation, explore our full Royal Navy Collection.
This historic limited edition print depicts the legendary dogfight over Pyongyang on 9 August 1952. Lead by Peter ‘Hoagy’ Carmichael, four Sea Furies from 802 Naval Squadron engaged eight enemy MiG-15 jets. Remarkably, the piston-engined Sea Furies shot down one MiG and damaged two others. This event is widely believed to be the first victory of a propeller aircraft over a jet fighter in the Korean War. Each print in this edition is personally hand-signed by Commander Peter ‘Hoagy’ Carmichael.
The Sea Fury shared many design similarities with the preceding Hawker Tempest. However, engineers significantly modified the wings and fuselage to reduce weight and improve agility. The production version utilized the incredibly powerful Bristol Centaurus radial engine. Additionally, it carried four wing-mounted Hispano V cannons for devastating firepower. While originally a pure fighter, the definitive FB.11 variant became a highly effective fighter-bomber. You can learn more about the Sea Fury from the FB11 variant that is operated by Navy Wings Heritage.
The Sea Fury attracted international orders from countries like Australia, Canada, and the Netherlands. Indeed, it proved to be a popular export due to its ruggedness and ease of maintenance. During the Korean War, it operated from carriers like HMS Ocean and HMAS Sydney. Furthermore, the aircraft saw action during the 1961 Bay of Pigs Invasion with the Cuban Air Force. Consequently, the Sea Fury earned a reputation as one of the most capable piston-engined fighters ever built.
Even after military retirement in the late 1950s, the Sea Fury remained a favorite in the civil sector. Many airframes still participate in high-speed air racing today. Finally, this limited edition print offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history signed by a genuine Korean War ace. Moreover, the artwork uses archival inks to preserve the intensity of the dogfight for years to reach. Therefore, shop our collection today to secure your own signed tribute to the “Mighty Sea Fury.”
| Dimensions | 67.31 × 50.16 cm |
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| Print Type | Signed and Numbered, Artists Proof |
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