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Fine Art Print : Head of Laker Airways Freddie Laker in jubilant mood on the runway at Gatwick airport
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Head of Laker Airways Freddie Laker in jubilant mood on the runway at Gatwick airport
Head of Laker Airways Freddie Laker in jubilant mood on the runway at Gatwick airport, the day before the inaugural flight of his transatlantic Skytrain service takes off from Gatwick to New York.
The flight will seat 345 passengers and will cost £ 59 for a ticket.
25th September 1977
Mike Maloney
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21617489
© Mirrorpix
50 59 Years Airline Business Businessman Companies Entrepreneur Jubilation One Mature Man Only Plane Success Travelling Expressions
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into aviation history with our exclusive Fine Art Print from Memory Lane Prints. Featuring the iconic image of Freddie Laker, the charismatic Head of Laker Airways, in jubilant mood on the runway at Gatwick Airport. Taken the day before the inaugural flight of his revolutionary transatlantic Skytrain service to New York, this evocative photograph captures the excitement and anticipation of a new era in air travel. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we see the Head of Laker Airways, Freddie Laker, exuding pure jubilation on the runway at Gatwick airport. The anticipation is palpable as tomorrow marks the inaugural flight of his groundbreaking transatlantic Skytrain service from Gatwick to New York. With a capacity to accommodate 345 passengers, this revolutionary venture promises to redefine air travel for years to come. Offering tickets at an astonishingly affordable price of £59, Laker's vision aims to make flying accessible and convenient for all. Taken on the 25th of September in 1977, this snapshot captures a momentous occasion in aviation history. As one mature man stands amidst the grandeur of his aircraft, it symbolizes not only personal success but also represents triumph over industry norms. Freddie Laker's entrepreneurial spirit shines through his beaming expression as he prepares to embark on this extraordinary journey. His determination and unwavering belief have propelled him towards achieving what many deemed impossible. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in overcoming challenges within the business world. It encapsulates both excitement and hope for a future where travel becomes more than just a luxury but rather an experience accessible to all who dream. Mike Maloney's lens has beautifully captured this significant moment that will forever remain etched in our memories - an era when innovation took flight and transformed how we traverse across continents.
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