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Avro Shackleton MR. 3 XF702 B
Royal Air Force - Avro Shackleton MR.3 XF702 B, of No.120 Squadron, at RAF Odiham in September 1966. Date: 1966
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1966 Avro Odiham Shackleton Squadron
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This photograph presents Avro Shackleton MR.3 XF702 B of the Royal Air Force (RAF), as it gracefully touches down at RAF Odiham in September 1966. Belonging to No.120 Squadron, this historic aircraft is a prime example of the Avro Shackleton's versatility and enduring legacy in maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare. The Avro Shackleton, a four-engine, long-range, maritime patrol aircraft, was first introduced into service with the RAF in 1951. This particular MR.3 variant, XF702 B, boasts a distinctive appearance with its large radome beneath the fuselage, which housed the Magnetic Anomaly Detector (MAD) used for detecting submarines. The Avro Shackleton played a crucial role in protecting the United Kingdom's shores during the Cold War, providing essential airborne surveillance and anti-submarine capabilities. Its advanced sensors and long-range capabilities made it an invaluable asset to the RAF, ensuring the safety and security of the nation. This photograph, taken in September 1966, captures the Avro Shackleton MR.3 XF702 B as it returns to RAF Odiham, the base where it was operated by No.120 Squadron. The image encapsulates the grace and power of this iconic aircraft, which continues to be admired by aviation enthusiasts and historians alike for its significant contributions to the RAF's maritime patrol and anti-submarine operations.
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