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The popular and versatile De Havilland Vampire served with front line RAF fighter squadrons until 1955 and continued in use as a trainer until 1966.
This edition, limited to just 50 individually produced fine-art giclée copies, portrays Vampire FB9s over their Lincolnshire base at sunset pulling up into a formation loop.
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This stunning limited edition print by Michael Rondot captures the elegance of the de Havilland Vampire FB9 at sunset. The painting portrays a pair of Vampires pulling up into a graceful formation loop over their base in Lincolnshire. Specifically, this edition is highly exclusive, with just 50 individually produced fine-art giclée copies available. This limited edition print serves as a vibrant tribute to the aircraft that ushered the RAF into the single-engine jet age. You can find this rare work in our Classic Jets Collection.
Development began in 1941 to exploit the power of jet propulsion. Engineers chose a twin-boom layout to keep the turbojet exhaust path short. Indeed, the Vampire became the first single-engine jet fighter in RAF service. It also became the first jet aircraft to cross the Atlantic Ocean. This limited edition print showcases the refined FB9 variant. This version included cockpit air conditioning for tropical climates. The aircraft’s versatility allowed it to excel in interception and ground attack roles.
The Vampire proved so effective that de Havilland exported it worldwide. Notably, the type saw combat in the Suez Crisis and the Malayan Emergency. Front-line fighter squadrons moved to newer jets by 1955. However, the Vampire trained new pilots until 1966. This limited edition print captures the FB9 in its prime. The artwork reflects the “sparkling” handling that pilots loved. Moreover, the Royal Navy operated the Sea Vampire as its first carrier-capable jet.
Michael Rondot uses his experience as a veteran fast-jet pilot to ensure total authenticity. He perfectly captures the formation’s perspective and the sunset lighting. Finally, the giclée process ensures the colors remain sharp for decades. In fact, with only 50 copies available, this limited edition print is one of our most exclusive titles. Therefore, shop our gallery today to secure your signed copy of this British icon. It represents an essential investment for early jet history collectors.
We are very lucky in the UK to have an example in flying condition with Vampire Preservation
| Dimensions | 46 × 60 cm |
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| Print Type | Signed and Numbered, Artists Proof, Remarque, Double Remarque, Canvas Print |
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