2004 sees the celebration of the 40th anniversary display season by the world-famous and unmistakable Royal Air Force Red Arrows display team as, led by Squadron Leader Carl 'Spike' Jepson, the nine aircraft perform the classic Diamond Nine formation that has become their trademark. Since their formation in 1965, this classic shape has been an integral part of their spellbinding, exciting, and dynamic programmes. To celebrate their 40th season, the official 2004 team-autographed limited edition print depicts this unmistakable formation flying over their home base of RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, paying homage to a line up of 7 Gnats in front of the hangar.
This picture contains some remarkable detail, with each of the team's own cars lined up in the parking area in front of the building and even Jez's two black labradors frolicking on the grass! The concept for the picture was originally the idea of David Thomas (Synchro Leader 2004) and was then subject to individual approval by all concerned. Judging by the smiles from the team in the photograph below when the original painting was presented to them, everyone was delighted with the finished artwork!
Each print of this 850 copy limited edition is individually autographed by each of the nine flying members of the 1994 Red Arrows and also Red 10, commentator Flt Lt Steve Underwood, then signed and numbered by artist Robert Tomlin. Each print is supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
Mounted Size is 400mm x 500mm.
Published price is £35 + carriage
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