Fairey Delta 2, 7986M / F.9422, Royal Air Force
This picture is © Malcolm Clarke and may not be used or published without permission.
Registration: 7986M
Construction Number: F.9422
Code Number: WG777
Military Unit: Aerospace Museum Cosford
Model Fairey Delta 2
Operator: Royal Air Force
Airport: RAF Cosford (EGWC), UK - England
Photographer: Malcolm Clarke
Date Taken: 17/06/1995
Date Submitted: 13/05/2007
A close-up of the 'droop snoop' in it's lowered position, a feature which improved the pilots forward view at high angles of attack. This feature together with it's Rolls-Royce Avon engines and delta wing, made a major contribution to the Concorde airliner development programme.
Picture ID:1054011