Photographer: Stuart H. Bourne
Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas F-4M Phantom FGR.2 XT910
Squadron: No. 56 Squadron RAF
Historical Context: XT910 served with No. 56 Squadron, one of the RAF’s most storied fighter units. From 1976 to 1992, 56 Squadron operated Phantom FGR.2s from RAF Wattisham, playing a key role in Cold War air defense. The squadron was known for its distinctive red and white fin flashes and tiger emblem.
Airframe Notes: XT910 was photographed in full squadron markings during its service at Wattisham. It later appeared at RAF Brize Norton and Finningley airshows before retirement.
Current Location: XT910 is preserved at Wattisham Station Heritage Museum, Suffolk, UK, where it stands as a tribute to the Phantom era and 56 Squadron’s legacy.
Archival Value: Printed in high resolution on gloss archival photographic paper, this image is ideal for collectors, historians, and RAF enthusiasts.
Format: High-quality photographic print
SKU: 18320