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Framed Print : Handley Page HP. 42
Framed Photos from Royal Air Force
Handley Page HP. 42
Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) of Imperial Airways in flight after leaving Croydon on the first air mail service to Cape, 20 January 1932
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 657613
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Airliners Airlines Civil Aircraft Interwar Travel
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Handley Page HP.42 framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic aviation artwork by Charles E. Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This captivating image captures the historic moment when the Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) of Imperial Airways took off from Croydon Airport on the first air mail service to Cape Town, South Africa on 20 January 1932. Transport yourself back in time and relive the thrill of early aviation history with this exquisite piece of art. Each print is carefully framed with attention to detail, ensuring a beautiful and timeless addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and bring a piece of aviation history into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this black-and-white photograph, the Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) soars through the sky, leaving Croydon Airport in Surrey, England, on a historic flight. The year is 1932, and the Handley Page HP.42E is making its way as the first airmail service to Cape Town, South Africa. Charles E. Brown, a skilled aviation photographer for the Royal Air Force (RAF), captured this momentous occasion with his camera, immortalizing the Handley Page HP.42E's majestic takeoff. The HP.42E, a British four-engine biplane airliner, was a significant advancement in interwar aviation technology, boasting a cruising speed of around 120 miles per hour and a range of over 1,000 miles. As the HP.42E ascends, its wings cast long, elegant shadows over the runway, while the propellers churn up the air, creating a trail of vapor in the crisp morning air. The aircraft's distinctive silhouette, with its high-mounted wings and streamlined fuselage, stands out against the clear blue sky. The HP.42E's journey to Cape Town marked a turning point in aviation history. It was a testament to the growing potential of air travel as a viable means of transportation, connecting distant lands and bringing the world closer together. The successful completion of this flight paved the way for the expansion of airmail services and the eventual emergence of commercial airline travel. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage and innovation that defined the interwar aviation era. It stands as a testament to the pioneering spirit of the aviators, engineers, and photographers who dared to push the boundaries of what was possible in the skies. Charles E. Brown's masterful composition and his ability to capture the essence of this moment in time make this image a true treasure for aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
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