XF114 — 1959 Supermarine Swift F.7 Data
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XF114
1959 Supermarine Swift F.7, c/n VA9597
XF114 is a 1959 Supermarine Swift F.7 (serial number VA9597). It is configured with 1 engine and 1 seat. Registration status is listed as Withdrawn from service, with ownership recorded under Royal Air Force in United Kingdom. The profile includes 1 photo documenting this aircraft.
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Airframe Info
| Manufacturer | Supermarine |
| Model | Swift F.7 Search all Supermarine Swift F.7 |
| Year built | 1959 |
| Construction Number (C/N) | VA9597 |
| Aircraft Type | Fixed wing single engine |
| Number of Seats | 1 |
| Number of Engines | 1 |
| Engine Type | Turbojet |
| Engine Manufacturer and Model | Rolls-Royce Avon 716 |
| Also Registered As |
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Aircraft
| Registration Number | XF114 |
| Mode S (ICAO24) Code | |
| Current Status | Withdrawn from service |
| Delivery Date | 1957-03-14 |
Owner
| Owner | Royal Air Force |
| Address |
, United Kingdom |
User Comments
Peter Nicholson, 2014-01-18 11:06:01
Following retirement from the Royal Air Force, this Swift F.7 served for many years as an instructional airframe at Kelsterton College of Technology at Connah’s Quay, Flintshire, North Wales.
The aircraft was restored to flying condition in 1989 by Jet Heritage Limited of Hurn and registered as G-SWIF.
The aircraft was restored to flying condition in 1989 by Jet Heritage Limited of Hurn and registered as G-SWIF.