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R100 seen here at Cardington after her maiden flight from Howden she flew slowly to York
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R100 seen here at Cardington after her maiden flight from Howden she flew slowly to York
R100 seen here at Cardington after her maiden flight from Howden she flew slowly to York then set course for the Royal Airship Works at Cardington, Bedfordshire, cruising at around 50 mph (80 km/h) on four engines, and reached Cardington in two hours flight time. 16th December 1929
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Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
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England
Media ID 21769616
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1929 Airship Anglia Bedfordshire Tower Twenties
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Captured in this vintage print is the majestic R100 airship, gracefully floating above Cardington after completing her maiden flight from Howden. The year was 1929, a time when aviation was still in its infancy and the world marveled at these colossal flying machines. After departing from Howden, R100 embarked on a leisurely journey to York before setting course for the Royal Airship Works at Cardington, Bedfordshire. With four engines propelling her forward, she cruised through the skies at a steady pace of around 50 mph (80 km/h). It took her merely two hours to reach Cardington, showcasing the remarkable progress made in aerial transportation during that era. The photograph captures not only the grandeur of R100 but also provides a glimpse into life in 1920s England. Towering over the landscape with an imposing presence, this technological marvel symbolizes both human ingenuity and our ceaseless pursuit of exploration. This image serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of aviation. It transports us back to an era where airships were seen as symbols of progress and wonderment. As we admire this snapshot from history, let us reflect upon the pioneers who dared to dream big and paved the way for modern air travel.
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