#SP269Sig The 2024 Red Arrows hand signed Squadron Print
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Squadron Prints Lithograph No. SP269Sig - BAE Systems hawk T1A, XX219, The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team The Red Arrows.
In 2024, the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team is marking its 60th display season. Ever since the very first official show, at Little Rissington on May 6, 1965, the Red Arrows’ core aims have remained – to entertain, inform and – above all – inspire. Through a combination of thrilling aerobatic displays, colourful flypasts and engaging ground events, this Diamond Season will continue to showcase the Royal Air Force and represent the United Kingdom on a global stage, in front of millions of people. These demonstrations support a range of national interests, in areas such as defence, trade, business and education. Originally flying the Folland Gnat, 2024 also marks 45 years since the Red Arrows switched to the highly-successful BAE Systems Hawk T1 as its display aircraft. Whatever the location and era, key to the success of some 5,000 public performances in 57 countries, has been teamwork and preparation. There are more than 140 highly-trained individuals who power the Red Arrows. The personnel are drawn from the Whole Force – regular, reserve, civilian and contractors. These aviators include experienced pilots, who have all previously flown frontline Royal Air Force aircraft on operations before joining the Red Arrows, and the Blues – the team’s skilled engineers and support staff. Returning to displaying its trademark Diamond Nine formation, the 2024 routine represents the biggest revamp of the team’s aerobatic show for decades. Crucially, the Red Arrows will use this rich blend of heritage and innovation in a renewed pursuit of excellence and drive to inspire still further.
Individually hand signed by:
Red 1: Sqn Ldr Jon Bond, Red 2: Sqn Ldr Chris McCann, Red 3: Flt Lt Dustin Wales, Red 4: Flt Lt Ollie Suckling, Red 5: Flt Lt George Hobday, Red 6: Flt Lt Stuart Roberts, Red 7: Sqn Ldr Tom Hansford, Red 8: Flt Lt Rich Walker, Red 9: Flt Lt Patrick Kershaw, Red 10: Sqn Ldr Graeme Muscat, Red 11, Wg Cdr Adam Collins.
These are NOT printed on signatures - the prints are returned to us signed individually by the Team members.