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Passenger Flight
21st March 1908: A rear view of the monoplane No 1 designed by Jules Gastambide and co-director Mengin, during its first passenger-carrying flight. Aeroplane Album - Vol 2 Page 22 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11806928
Achievements Inventions Airplane Innovations H Landscape Black Transport Feats White Male Back Format
Passenger Flight - A Glimpse into Aviation History
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. This print takes us back to the monumental moment in aviation history on 21st March 1908. Captured by the lens of Hulton Archive, it showcases a rear view of monoplane No 1, an extraordinary creation designed by Jules Gastambide and co-director Mengin. This particular flight marked its first-ever passenger-carrying journey, forever etching its name in the annals of human achievements. The landscape format allows us to appreciate the sleekness and elegance of this early aircraft design. The focus is drawn towards a white male figure standing near the rear wheel, his back turned towards us as he gazes at this marvel of engineering that defied gravity itself. It's fascinating how this single image encapsulates both man's ingenuity and our enduring fascination with flight. Adding a touch of warmth to this scene is an unexpected yet delightful presence - a domestic dog perched atop one wing, seemingly unbothered by the air rushing beneath them. This loyal companion reminds us that even amidst groundbreaking inventions and innovations, our connection with nature remains steadfast. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph from Fine Art Storehouse's Aeroplane Album collection, we are transported to an era where aviation was still in its infancy but already pushing boundaries. It serves as a reminder that every great feat begins with audacity and imagination – qualities embodied by those who dared to take flight against all
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