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Kestrel Keystone (Unisex T-Shirt)
Kestrel Keystone (Unisex T-Shirt)
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The Hawker Siddeley Kestrel is where modern V/STOL aviation truly began.
Born from the P.1127 lineage and powered by the Rolls-Royce Pegasus 5 vectored-thrust engine, just nine airframes were ever built. In 1965, British, American and West German pilots flew them together at RAF West Raynham as the Tripartite Evaluation Squadron, proving that fighter jets could lift straight off rough strips and forest clearings.
The Harrier, the Sea Harrier, the AV-8B Harrier II and ultimately the F-35B all trace their lineage back to this rare and remarkable aircraft.
A piece for enthusiasts who follow the deeper currents of British aviation engineering and respect the prototypes that quietly changed everything.
Aircraft quick facts
- Aircraft: Hawker Siddeley Kestrel FGA.1
- Type: V/STOL evaluation aircraft (precursor to the Harrier)
- First flight: 7 March 1964 (XS688, flown by Bill Bedford)
- Top speed: Mach 0.95 (around 720 mph / 1,160 km/h)
- Engine: Rolls-Royce Pegasus 5 vectored-thrust (15,000 lbf)
- Production: 9 aircraft built
- Operators: Tripartite Evaluation Squadron (UK, USA, West Germany), later US services and NASA as XV-6A
- Surviving aircraft: RAF Museum Cosford, Wings Museum UK, Smithsonian, Virginia Air and Space Center
Features
- Crafted from 100% ring-spun cotton, providing a lighter weight than other T-Shirts and a softer feel.
- Features a modern fit, appealing to those looking for a more fashion-forward and comfortable t-shirt.
- Offers a seamless double-needle collar with high stitch density.
- Tubular fit to minimize torque.
Care Instructions
| General | A durable, comfortable, and versatile t-shirt that excels in printability and wearability, making it a top choice for custom designs . |
| Wash | The t-shirt should be washed with similar colors and can sustain regular washing without losing color or shape. |
| Dry | Tumble dry low or hang dry to maintain the integrity of the print and fabric. |
| Store | Keep this T-shirt in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its color and fabric integrity. |
The Hawker Siddeley Kestrel is where modern V/STOL aviation truly began.
Born from the P.1127 lineage and powered by the Rolls-Royce Pegasus 5 vectored-thrust engine, just nine airframes were ever built. In 1965, British, American and West German pilots flew them together at RAF West Raynham as the Tripartite Evaluation Squadron, proving that fighter jets could lift straight off rough strips and forest clearings.
The Harrier, the Sea Harrier, the AV-8B Harrier II and ultimately the F-35B all trace their lineage back to this rare and remarkable aircraft.
A piece for enthusiasts who follow the deeper currents of British aviation engineering and respect the prototypes that quietly changed everything.
Aircraft quick facts
- Aircraft: Hawker Siddeley Kestrel FGA.1
- Type: V/STOL evaluation aircraft (precursor to the Harrier)
- First flight: 7 March 1964 (XS688, flown by Bill Bedford)
- Top speed: Mach 0.95 (around 720 mph / 1,160 km/h)
- Engine: Rolls-Royce Pegasus 5 vectored-thrust (15,000 lbf)
- Production: 9 aircraft built
- Operators: Tripartite Evaluation Squadron (UK, USA, West Germany), later US services and NASA as XV-6A
- Surviving aircraft: RAF Museum Cosford, Wings Museum UK, Smithsonian, Virginia Air and Space Center
Features
- Crafted from 100% ring-spun cotton, providing a lighter weight than other T-Shirts and a softer feel.
- Features a modern fit, appealing to those looking for a more fashion-forward and comfortable t-shirt.
- Offers a seamless double-needle collar with high stitch density.
- Tubular fit to minimize torque.
Care Instructions
| General | A durable, comfortable, and versatile t-shirt that excels in printability and wearability, making it a top choice for custom designs . |
| Wash | The t-shirt should be washed with similar colors and can sustain regular washing without losing color or shape. |
| Dry | Tumble dry low or hang dry to maintain the integrity of the print and fabric. |
| Store | Keep this T-shirt in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its color and fabric integrity. |
