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British R100 airship in flight



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British R100 airship in flight

The British R100 airship in flight. She was a rigid airship, designed by Barnes Wallis and built by Vickers for the UK Air Ministry, making her first flight on 16 December 1929. Date: circa 1929

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Air Ship Barnes Fins Ministry R100 Rigid Vickers Wallis 1929 December


20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

"Bring history to life with our stunning Canvas Print of the British R100 airship in flight. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic rigid airship designed by Barnes Wallis and built by Vickers for the UK Air Ministry. With its rich, vibrant colors and high-quality canvas texture, this print is sure to make a bold statement in any room. Transport yourself back in time with this unique piece of aviation history."

Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: The British R100 Airship in Flight: A Glimpse into the History of Rigid Airship Technology (circa 1929) The captivating image before you showcases the British R100 airship in its majestic flight, soaring through the crisp winter sky. This rigid airship, a marvel of engineering and innovation, was designed by the brilliant mind of Barnes Wallis and brought to life by the skilled craftsmen at Vickers for the UK Air Ministry. The first flight of this magnificent vessel took place on the 16th of December 1929. The R100, a symbol of British pride and technological advancement, was the larger sister ship to the R101. Both airships were designed to expand the UK's imperial airship program, which aimed to establish air routes across the world. The R100, with its impressive length of 789 feet (240 meters) and a volume of 1,150,000 cubic feet (32,700 cubic meters), was an engineering feat that pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible. As you gaze upon this image, take note of the R100's distinctive features. The airship's rigid structure, made primarily of duralumin, is evident in the straight lines and sharp angles of her hull. The fins, or tailfins, are a testament to Wallis' innovative design, which helped provide stability and control during flight. The white hull, contrasted against the smoky backdrop, adds to the overall sense of grandeur and power. The R100's flight represented a significant milestone in the history of airship technology. Though it would later meet a tragic end during a test flight in 1930, its legacy lives on as a reminder of the groundbreaking achievements in aviation history. This photograph, a snapshot of a bygone era, invites us to reflect on the past and marvel at the ingenuity and determination of those who dared to take to the skies in the name of progress.

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