The Gloster Meteor holds the distinction of being the first operational jet-powered fighter aircraft in the British Royal Air Force (RAF). Its first flight took place on March 5, 1943, marking a significant milestone in the history of aviation. Although the Meteor did not see extensive combat during World War II, it did enter service in 1944. Its role was primarily focused on intercepting the German V-1 flying bombs that threatened Britain during the latter stages of the war. The Meteor underwen
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