| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | XS417 |
| Military Code: | DZ |
| Aircraft Original Type: | English Electric Lightning |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | English Electric Lightning |
| Aircraft Version: | English Electric Lightning T5 |
| C/n (msn): | B1/95002 |
| Operator Titles: | UK - Air Force |
| Unit Markings: | LTF - Lightning Training Flight |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Airport: | Winthorpe (closed)Map |
| Region / Country: | England, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | None |
| Collection: | Newark Air Museum |
| Photo Date: | 15 June 2025 |
| Photo by: | Richard Vandervord |
| Photo ID: | 818968 |
| Photo Comment |
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Built in 1964, this Lightning two-seater served initially with 226 OCU, then at various times with 5, 11, 23 and 56 Sqdns and finally with the Lightning Training Flight (LTF) at RAF Binbrook. Last flight was in May 1987, the Newark museum receiving it in September 1988 This photo is copyright © Richard Vandervord, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 21 June 2025, and has since been viewed 44 times. |