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English Electric Lightning F6 XR728 – RAF Binbrook, Linconshire19 April 1988

Name: English Electric Lightning F6 XR728 – RAF Binbrook, Linconshire19 April 1988
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This image captures the English Electric Lightning F6 XR728 at RAF Binbrook on 19 April 1988, during its final operational phase. Taken by Stuart H Bourne, it documents one of the last active Lightning airframes before the type was retired from Royal Air Force service.

Photo by Stuart H Bourne

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Airframe History – XR728

Built in the 1960s, XR728 served with several RAF squadrons and was among the final Lightning F6s to remain in frontline service. It was stationed at RAF Binbrook, the last operational base for the Lightning fleet. XR728 became well known for its participation in farewell flights and public displays leading up to the aircraft’s retirement in 1988. After decommissioning, XR728 was preserved and remains one of the most celebrated examples of the type.

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Aircraft: English Electric Lightning F6
Serial: XR728
Location: RAF Binbrook, Lincolnshire
Date: 19 April 1988
Photographer: Stuart H Bourne

English Electric Lightning F6 XR728 – RAF Binbrook, Linconshire19 April 1988

Historic Aviation Photograph

Airframe History – XR728

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