An RAF Typhoon on training manoeuvres leaves a contrail of ice crystals as it undertakes high speed turns at high altitude.

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An RAF Typhoon on training manoeuvres leaves a contrail of ice crystals as it undertakes high speed turns at high altitude. The very cold air quickly freezes any water vapour from the engine exhaust.

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Size: 6000px × 4000px
Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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