F-4 Phantom II Launch Sketch Greeting Card

$3.99 USD

The F-4 Phantom II was a twin-engine supersonic fighter operated by both the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force during the Cold War. Originally developed by McDonnell Douglas for the United States Navy, the Phantom was adapted for British service with Rolls-Royce Spey turbofan engines and a range of British avionics and equipment. The Royal Navy introduced the Phantom FG.1 into service in 1969 for fleet air defence operations aboard aircraft carriers including HMS Ark Royal, while the RAF operated both Phantom FG.1 and Phantom FGR.2 variants in air defence, strike, and reconnaissance roles.

Powered by two Rolls-Royce Spey engines, British Phantoms offered improved low-level performance compared with American-built variants, although the larger engines reduced top-end aerodynamic performance slightly. The Phantom became one of the RAF’s principal air defence fighters during the 1970s and 1980s, replacing aircraft such as the English Electric Lightning in several squadrons. RAF and Royal Navy Phantoms served extensively in the United Kingdom, Germany, and the Falkland Islands, where RAF Phantoms were deployed for air defence following the Falklands War. The Phantom remained in RAF service until 1992 and is remembered as one of the most capable and recognisable Western fighter aircraft of the Cold War era.

This artwork is based on an original historical photograph and has been digitally recreated in a charcoal sketch style using modern image-making tools.

Product Details | Greeting Cards Blank

A distinctive card for warbird enthusiasts and history lovers. Featuring our WWII Bomber Command artwork, these cards are suitable for birthdays, Christmas, thank-yous or simply sending a personal message to someone who shares your interest in aviation history.

✈ Printed on quality cardboard paper for a substantial feel
✈ Vibrant toner-based printing for clear, detailed artwork
✈ Blank inside, giving you space to add your own message
✈ Includes a complimentary envelope
✈ Suitable for a wide range of occasions
✈ Available in three sizes:
- Small: 4″ × 6″ (101 × 152 mm)
- Medium: 5″ × 7″ (127 × 178 mm)
- Large: 5.83″ × 8.27″ (148 × 210 mm)

Manufacturing | Generic Cards Blank

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Colour and Design Variations
Minor variations in colour and design placement may occur during production. As a result, some design elements may differ slightly in colour or position from it appears onscreen. For more details please see our FAQ page.

Fulfilment and Product Origin

This product is printed in and ships from Latvia & the United States

The blank product is sourced from Sweden.