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Ark Royal, Flight Deck looking forward
Images copyright © Paul Britton 2003. Click on the entry for a larger version
Description
This view of Ark Royal's flight deck clearly shows the take-off route for the ship's complement of Sea Harrier FA.2 aircraft. The 'ski-jump' at the end provides a boost of much-needed lift at the last moment.
Location
Portsmouth Naval Dockyard, July 2003
