Sea Harrier XZ493 Aviation Art Print – A3 Premium Oyster Satin

Description

Commemorate a historic survivor of the Falklands era. This premium aviation art print features Sea Harrier FRS1 XZ453, capturing its operational timeline and unique aesthetic styling in brilliant detail.

The print tracks the complete history of this specific airframe: delivered to 899 Naval Air Squadron in January 1981, it later joined 800 NAS and deployed to the South Atlantic aboard HMS Invincible in April 1982. A major visual highlight of this print is the striking 50th Anniversary livery the aircraft received in 1991, featuring a bold yellow and blue tail fin with the commemorative 1942–1992 markings and side code ‘714’. The narrative captures its 1994 loss at sea due to a yaw control failure, the safe ejection of its pilot, and its subsequent salvage and rebuild—meaning this exact aircraft can still be appreciated today where it is preserved at the Fleet Air Arm Museum.

Printed professionally on top-tier media, this profile print perfectly balances vibrant illustration with compelling military history, making it a great conversation piece for any wall.

Premium Quality Paper

To ensure the vivid yellow and blue anniversary tail fin pops perfectly against the dark sea-grey fuselage, each print is produced on professional-grade Oyster Satin photographic paper. This premium stock delivers a beautiful luster finish that eliminates glare from overhead lighting while maintaining incredible contrast, making the technical data and historic text exceptionally sharp.

Product Features

• Individual Airframe Focus: Highly detailed side-profile illustration and complete service history of Sea Harrier FRS1 XZ493 (Side Code 714).

• Special Anniversary Scheme: Features the iconic 1942–1992 50th Anniversary tail markings and paint scheme.

• Falklands War History: Chronicles its historic April 1982 deployment to the South Atlantic aboard HMS Invincible.

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

• Dimensions: A3 size – perfect for standard framing and an excellent companion piece to display alongside your other Harrier prints.

• Technical Data Included: Includes essential aircraft details such as construction number (41H-912017), first flight date (26 November 1980), squadron history (801 NAS/800 NAS/899 NAS), and its role in fighter reconnaissance.