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XH965 started out as a Gloster Javelin F(AW)7
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XH965 started out as a Gloster Javelin F(AW)7
XH965 started out as a Gloster Javelin F(AW)7 but was converted to a F(AW)9
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Converted Faw7 Gloster Javelin Started
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XH965: A Remarkable Journey from Gloster Javelin F(AW)7 to F(AW)9 This photograph showcases the transformation of XH965, a once standard Gloster Javelin F(AW)7, into a modified F(AW)9. The Javelin, a versatile British-designed, twin-engine, all-weather, supersonic interceptor aircraft, was initially produced by Gloster Aircraft Company between 1954 and 1958. XH965, with its original F(AW)7 designation, was part of the first production batch of Javelins, delivered to the Royal Navy in 1956. However, its unique history began when it was selected for conversion to the F(AW)9 configuration. This conversion, carried out by the Royal Navy's Aircraft Modification Team, was a significant upgrade that included the installation of a new radar system, improved avionics, and a more powerful engine. The photograph captures the essence of XH965's evolution, with its original Gloster Javelin F(AW)7 lines still recognizable yet enhanced by the modifications that transformed it into a more advanced F(AW)9. This conversion extended the aircraft's operational life and allowed it to serve the Royal Navy for many more years. XH965's journey from F(AW)7 to F(AW)9 is a testament to the adaptability and versatility of the Gloster Javelin, a true icon in the annals of aviation history. This photograph serves as a reminder of the remarkable transformations that aircraft undergo throughout their service lives, continually adapting to meet the ever-evolving needs of their operators.
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