5 June
On This Day, 1999: On 5 June 1999 RAF Tornados flew their first combat missions from Solenzara in Corsica during Operation Allied…
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de Havilland Mosquito
de Havilland
Reconnaissance & Special DutiesThe de Havilland Mosquito was one of the most versatile aircraft in RAF history. Built largely of wood and entering service in 1941, it served in bomber, night-fighter, reconnaissance, intruder and special-duty roles before remaining in RAF use into the post-war period.
View aircraft → Entered service 17 November 1941
Retired 1963 (RAF)
Max speed 415 mph (668 km/h)
Ceiling 37,000 ft (11,000 m)
Range 1,300 mi (2,100 km)
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