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At an RAF maintenance depot in India which covers the area of a small town
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At an RAF maintenance depot in India which covers the area of a small town
At an RAF maintenance depot in India which covers the area of a small town and is far beyond the reach of enemy bombers. Hundreds of aircraft technicians are working day and night, assembling in ever growing numbers and tempo, fighters, dive bombers and training planes.
Picture shows: Planes waiting to be air tested by RAF test pilots at the maintenance depot in
India.
September 1943
Official
Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
India
Media ID 21887012
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Asia Base Depot Indian Royal Air Force
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In the heart of an RAF maintenance depot in India, a bustling scene unfolds as hundreds of aircraft technicians work tirelessly day and night. This sprawling base, covering an area equivalent to a small town, stands far beyond the reach of enemy bombers during the Second World War. The tempo intensifies with each passing day as more planes are assembled – fighters, dive bombers, and training planes that will soon take flight. In this photograph captured in September 1943, rows upon rows of planes patiently wait their turn to be air tested by skilled RAF test pilots. Each aircraft represents countless hours of dedication and expertise poured into its construction and maintenance. As these machines stand ready for their moment in the sky, one can only imagine the anticipation coursing through both pilot and technician alike. The significance of this image extends beyond mere mechanics; it symbolizes resilience and determination amidst global turmoil. In a time when nations were locked in fierce conflict, this RAF maintenance depot serves as a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration on distant shores. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to an era defined by sacrifice and unwavering commitment towards victory. It encapsulates not just the story of brave men working together but also pays homage to those who fought valiantly above these very skies.
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