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Tugan LJW. 7A Gannet VH-UXE
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Tugan LJW. 7A Gannet VH-UXE
Tugan LJW7 Gannet VH-UXE (msn TA.56), also known later as the Wackett Gannet after its designer Lawrence Wackett, was a small twin-engined airliner built by Tugan Aircraft in Australia in the 1930s. (Destroyed by Japanese strafing at Wau New Guinea on 1 February 1942) Date: 1937
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1942 Airliner Designer Destroyed Gannet Guinea Lawrence Twin Engined Wackett 1937 Strafing
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This stunning print captures the Tugan LJW. 7A Gannet VH-UXE in all its glory, a true testament to Australian aviation history. Designed by Lawrence Wackett and built by Tugan Aircraft in the 1930s, this small twin-engined airliner was a marvel of engineering at the time.
Sadly, this particular aircraft met its untimely end when it was destroyed by Japanese strafing at Wau New Guinea on February 1st, 1942. Despite its tragic fate, the Tugan LJW7 Gannet VH-UXE remains a symbol of innovation and progress in the world of flight.
The sleek design and powerful engines of this aircraft are beautifully captured in this image, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship that went into creating such a remarkable machine. The sense of adventure and excitement that comes with flying is palpable in every detail of this photograph.
As we gaze upon this piece of history frozen in time, we are reminded of the courage and determination of those who dared to take to the skies in pursuit of new horizons. The legacy of the Tugan LJW7 Gannet VH-UXE lives on through images like these, preserving its memory for future generations to admire and appreciate.
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