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Gloster Javelin FAW Mk5 XA 699
Images copyright © Graham K Cook. Click on the entry for a larger version
Description
The first twin engined delta-winged jet, the Javelin saw sevice with the RAF from 1956-68. An impressive all-weather fighter, nearly 400 were built, although this Mk 5 is thought to be the only one remaining of it's type.
Location
Midlands Aircraft Museum, Coventry Airport, Baginton,England. March '07 & March '08
