Hawker Sea Fury
The Hawker Sea Fury was the Royal Navy’s final and fastest piston-engine fighter—developed from the wartime Tempest and optimized for carrier operations. First flown in 1945 and entering service in 1947, the Sea Fury featured a powerful Bristol Centaurus radial engine, folding wings, and robust landing gear for deck landings. With a top speed of 460 mph, it was one of the few propeller-driven aircraft to down a jet in combat, famously shooting down a MiG-15 during the Korean War.
Variants included the single-seat FB.11 fighter-bomber and the two-seat T.20 trainer, both of which served with the Royal Navy and export customers including Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and Iraq. Post-service, many Sea Furies found new life in civilian hands as airshow performers and racing aircraft, prized for their speed and handling.
This category features high-resolution prints of Sea Fury aircraft in flight, on takeoff, and in museum preservation—captured by aviation photographer Stuart H. Bourne. Included are restored examples like G-CBEL, F-AZXJ, and WG655, each cataloged with verified serials, variant history, and archival context.
Whether you're drawn to the Sea Fury’s naval heritage, its combat record, or its enduring legacy in warbird collections, these prints offer a visually rich tribute to one of Britain’s most powerful piston fighters.
