On the 22nd April, 2013, 41(R) Test & Evaluation Squadron (TES) took over the Typhoons of 17 (R) TES, their 'AI' becoming 'EB-J', to honour Spitfire pilot S/L George 'Ben' Bennions, DFC, flying with 41 during the Battle of Britain.
This was a Harrier GR.9 serial ZD437 marked as 'EB-J' operated by 41 (R) Squadron. I love the Harrier's shape and 'sit' and this photo just had to be taken. Also, the first Harrier I have seen in this squadron's markings.
GR.9 ZD437 taxiing out for a late afternoon sortie. The code on the fin is in honour of Spitfire Ia X4559 as flown by P/O George ‘Ben’ Bennions during the Battle of Britain.