This Israeli C-130H Hercules is a veteran of the famous raid on Entebbe Airport to free hostages from Idi Amin. Operated by 103 Squadron it is pictured taking off during RIAT98 at RAF Fairford.
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My real name is Colin but most people know me as Oscar. I took my first photos in the early 1950s and my favorite subjects are aircraft, natural history, trucks and traction engines. I use Canon EOS cameras and a mix of Canon and Sigma lenses. My website URL is http://www.oscarpix.co.uk
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Great shot of a great aeroplane. Remember the raid well and have the film too. – Ted
Yep, one of the great “Fat Alberts”! Thanks Ted.
– Colin Smedley