| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | XG766 |
| Military Code: | 808/NW |
| Aircraft Original Type: | De Havilland D.H. 100 Vampire |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | De Havilland D.H. 100/113/115 Vampire |
| Aircraft Version: | De Havilland D.H. 115 Sea Vampire T22 |
| C/n (msn): | 15645 |
| Operator Titles: | Australia - Navy |
| Unit Markings: | VC-724 Sqn |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | NowraMap |
| Region / Country: | New South Wales, Australia |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: YSNW IATA: NOA Local: - Other: - |
| Collection: | Fleet Air Arm Museum |
| Photo Date: | 21 October 2023 |
| Photo by: | Phil Vabre |
| Photo ID: | 623462 |
| Photo Comment |
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This Sea Vampire is not what it seems! It is really XG770, a British-built aircraft delivered to the RAN in August 1959. After navy service it was sold to a gentleman who gifted it to the Australian War Memorial. With no wartime service, the AWM didn't take delivery of the aircraft and it was subsequently given to the FAA Museum. At various times it has been displayed wearing its own serial, XA101 and, currently, XG766. This photo is copyright © Phil Vabre, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 25 November 2023, and has since been viewed 81 times. |