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Fine Art Print : Lt-Col Charles (Chuck) E Yeager
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Lt-Col Charles (Chuck) E Yeager
Lt-Col Charles E. Yeager (centre) with (right) Sqn Ldr Neville Duke, at that time chief test pilot, Hawker Aircraft and (left) Peter Twiss, Fairey Aviation, at the Royal Aeronautical Society, 19 April 1956
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Chief Fairey Hawker Neville Peter Pilot Test Twiss Yeager
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image of Lt-Col Charles E. Yeager (centre) flanked by Sqn Ldr Neville Duke and Peter Twiss. This captivating photograph, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a pivotal moment in aviation as these pioneering pilots gather at the Royal Aeronautical Society. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the spirit of aviation into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.5cm (20" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
In this historic photograph taken on 19 April 1956 at the Royal Aeronautical Society, Lt-Col Charles E. Yeager (centre) is seen in the company of two renowned British test pilots, Sqn Ldr Neville Duke of Hawker Aircraft (right) and Peter Twiss of Fairey Aviation (left). At the time, Yeager held the distinction of being the first pilot to break the sound barrier in level flight aboard the Bell X-1, an achievement he had accomplished on 14 October 1947. The gathering of these three pioneering aviators underscores the spirit of camaraderie and collaboration that existed among the world's leading test pilots during the post-World War II era. With their shared passion for pushing the boundaries of aviation technology, they were at the forefront of advancing the field of aviation and expanding the limits of human flight. Sqn Ldr Neville Duke, a decorated RAF pilot and test pilot for Hawker Aircraft, was known for his extensive experience in testing high-performance aircraft. Peter Twiss, a test pilot for Fairey Aviation, was also an accomplished aviator who had set numerous speed records and held various aviation awards. The photograph captures a moment in time when these three extraordinary individuals came together to celebrate their collective achievements and look towards the future of aviation. The image serves as a testament to their unwavering dedication, courage, and pioneering spirit, which continues to inspire generations of aviators and engineers. As they stand in front of a backdrop of aviation memorabilia, the photograph encapsulates the essence of a bygone era, when the skies were the limit, and the thrill of flight knew no bounds. The image is a reminder of the indomitable human spirit and the relentless pursuit of innovation that has defined the history of aviation.
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