Sea Harrier XZ459 Aviation Art Print – A3 Premium Oyster Satin

Description

Commemorate a historic frontline veteran of the South Atlantic. This premium profile art print showcases Sea Harrier XZ459, capturing its distinctive silhouette, service markings, and compelling combat history in crisp detail.

The print documents the incredible operational journey of this specific airframe. Delivered to 800 Naval Air Squadron in May 1980, XZ459 embarked on HMS Hermes and deployed to the South Atlantic in April 1982. During the Falklands conflict, it was thrust into action on 16 May 1982, piloted by Lt Cdr G.W.J. Batty, during a daring attack on the Argentine supply ship Río Carcarañá near Port King. The print follows its post-war history, including its return to the UK, its conversion to F/A.2 standard in January 1994, frontline service aboard HMS Ark Royal in 1997, and its eventual retirement in 2006.

Printed professionally on top-tier media, this profile print perfectly balances striking digital illustration with rich military storytelling, making it a spectacular focal piece for any home, office, or hangar wall.

Premium Quality Paper

To do justice to the highly detailed artwork and historic text, each print is produced on professional-grade Oyster Satin photographic paper. This premium stock delivers a gorgeous, subtle luster finish that blocks glare from indoor lighting while maintaining rich contrast and color accuracy, ensuring the sleek Royal Navy livery stands out beautifully.

Product Features

• Individual Airframe Focus: Highly detailed side-profile illustration and complete operational history of Sea Harrier FRS1 XZ459 (Side Code 126).

• Falklands Combat Record: Details its historic April 1982 deployment aboard HMS Hermes and its 16 May combat attack on the Río Carcarañá.

• Premium Media: Professionally printed on Oyster Satin photographic paper for a beautiful, glare-free, satin finish.

• Dimensions: A3 size – perfect for standard framing and designed to display seamlessly alongside your other Harrier profile prints.

• Technical Data Included: Features critical technical milestones such as construction number (41H-912013), first flight date (21 March 1980), squadron service (801 NAS / 800 NAS), and its role in fighter reconnaissance.