Capt Eric (Winkle) Brown launches his Seafire TM379, from the deck of the trials carrier HMS Pretoria Castle in July 1945. Unlike other carriers, those used for trials, usually had their decks clear of other aircraft. On this day, once the aircraft is launched the carrier’s crew streamed onto the deck to check the surface and clear anything that may obstruct a landing. TM379, was the first prototype, Seafire Mk 45 and was fitted with a Rotol contra prop, modified fin, rudder and tail hook.

Approx. overall print size 17½” x 27½ ” / 46cms x 69cms

*Primary edition signed by the artist and three former Seafire pilots;
** Artist Proof signed by five former Seafire pilots, including the legendary Captain Eric ‘Winkle’ Brown CBE, DSC, AFC. KCVSA. (Capt. Brown holds the world record for the most carrier landings and for flying the largest number of different aircraft including the Me 262, Me163 rocket plane as well as all of the first British jets.

*100 Primary Edition:- 3 signatures - £95 inc vat (£80.85+vat)
**25 Artist Proofs:- 5 signatures - £125 inc vat (£106.38+vat)


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