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A Royal Air Force (RAF) Viking T1 glider in flight, viewed from below, showing its long high-aspect wings and distinctive orange hi-vis markings.
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RAF Grob 103 Viking
Aircraft identity
Registration
ZE594
ICAO Type
GROB 103 TWIN ASTIR (or similar glider class)
Model
Grob 103 Viking T1 (glider)
Manufacturer
Grob Aircraft (Possible; often used in Royal Air Force service)
Livery
White with UK military roundels and high-visibility orange wingtips/nose/tail
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
None (glider, unpowered)
Thrust
0 (unpowered glider)
Wingspan
17.5 m
Length
8.2 m
Height
1.55 m
MTOW
580 kg
Range
Varies (dependent on thermals)
Capacity
2 seats (tandem trainer glider)
Cruise Speed
90-110 km/h (glide speed)
Noise Rating
Silent (glider, no engine)
Camera
Device
Nikon D3300
Lens
55-300mm