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Description
This lot features a Special Edition commemorative card produced to honour the De Havilland Sea Hornet and the Royal Aircraft Establishment (RAE). The card is printed on white cardstock with a formal double-lined black border. It features a bold, authentic hand-signature in blue ink by Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, CBE, DSC, AFC, MA, FRAes. Captain Brown was a legendary Royal Navy test pilot who holds the world record for the greatest number of different aircraft types flown. The printed text on the card confirms his status as a veteran who flew the Sea Hornet while serving with the RAE as a test pilot. This item represents a significant piece of British aviation history, commemorating one of the most accomplished aviators of the 20th century. The card is housed in a clear protective plastic sleeve. Measurements: Not recorded.
Condition report:
The card is in generally good condition. There is a faint vertical crease located near the top centre of the cardstock. The printed typography and the blue ink signature remain crisp and well-preserved. The item is complete as issued.
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