WG774 BAC 221 (Fairey Delta FD2)
This high-speed, needle-nosed experimental aircraft was built to support the development of the Concorde programme. The delta-wing Fairey Delta FD2 was converted to the British Aircraft Corporation BAC 221 WG774 and reached Mach 1.6 (1,060 mph) thanks to a Rolls-Royce Avon 28 with a thrust of 9,300 lb, 13,100 lb with reheat. This iconic blue jet is on display at the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton alongside Concorde 002 G-BSST.
WG774 BAC 221 (Fairey Delta FD2)
This high-speed, needle-nosed experimental aircraft was built to support the development of the Concorde programme. The delta-wing Fairey Delta FD2 was converted to the British Aircraft Corporation BAC 221 WG774 and reached Mach 1.6 (1,060 mph) thanks to a Rolls-Royce Avon 28 with a thrust of 9,300 lb, 13,100 lb with reheat. This iconic blue jet is on display at the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton alongside Concorde 002 G-BSST.