English Electric P1 - Hoodie Spirit The Valkyrie was the prototype

The Valkyrie was the prototype for the B-70 nuclear bomber capable of long-range sorties travelling at Mach 3 at 70

the Royal Air Force had to find a replacement for the Canberra and Hunter types

After the war they both worked with Vickers to convert a Vimy to be able to undertake the long flight

After 12 hours flying and poor weather

English Electric P1 - Hoodie Spirit The Valkyrie was the prototypeEnglish Electric P1 From 1953 three prototypes were built, including WG760, with Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire engines. This aircraft first flew from Boscombe Down in 1954, piloted by Roland Beaumont. During its third flight WG760 achieved supersonic flight. This design is also available as a t shirt, long sleeve t shirt and hoodie.