Dh106 Collection

The de Havilland DH106 Comet first prototype G-5-1
The de Havilland DH106 Comet first prototype, G-5-1 (later registered G-ALVG) with the third de Havilland DH108, VW120, at Hatfield, 27 July 1949. Date: 1949

The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4B, G-APMA Sir Edmund Halley, of BEA

The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 G-APDA of BOAC
The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4, G-APDA, of BOAC, at Hatfield on the day of its first flight, 27 April 1958. Date: 1958

de Havilland DH106 Comet 1A of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)

de Havilland DH-106 Comet CIIR / C2R
Rae Blind Landing Experimental Unit Dh-106 Comet Airliner Flying on Final-Approach Date: 1958

de Havilland DH-106 Comet IIIB / 3B
Bea British European Airways Dh-106 Comet Airliner Flying over Blackfriars Bridge and St Pauls Cathedral in Central London, UK During the Sbac Farnborough Airshow 1958 Date: 1958

de Havilland DH-106 Comet IIE / 2E
The Cockpit of a de Havilland Dh-106 Comet Iie / 2E Date: 1959

de Havilland DH-106 Comet I / 1
The de Havilland Dh-106 Comet Prototype Flypast at the Farnborough Airshow in 1949 with a Crowd of People Watching Date: 1949

de Havilland DH106 Comet 1 G-ALYV of BOAC
de Havilland DH106 Comet 1, G-ALYV, of BOAC. This aircraft disintegrated in India during an exceptionally heavy tropical thunderstorm on 2 May 1953 with the loss of all on board. Date: 1953

de Havilland DH106 Comet 1 G-ALYP of BOAC
de Havilland DH106 Comet 1, G-ALYP, of BOAC. This aircraft operated the first scheduled passenger service of a jet-propelled airliner on 2 May 1952

The de Havilland DH106 Comet first prototype G-ALVG
The de Havilland DH106 Comet first prototype, G-ALVG. 7 December 1949. Date: 1949

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 XW626 (formerly G-APDS)
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4, XW626 (formerly G-APDS), after conversion to test the radar for the AEW Nimrod

de Havilland DH106 Comet C2 XK695 Perseus
de Havilland DH106 Comet C2, XK695, Perseus, of RAF Transport Command

de Havilland DH106 Comet 2E G-AMXK
de Havilland DH106 Comet 2E, G-AMXK, when operated by Smiths Instruments

de Havilland DH106 Comet production. February 1950. Date: 1950

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C ST-aW of Sudan Airways
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C, ST-aW, of Sudan Airways

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C OD-ADja of Middle East Airlines
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C, OD-ADja, of Middle East Airlines

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C OD-ADR of Middle East Airlines
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C, OD-ADR, of Middle East Airlines

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C OD-ADQ of Middle East Airlines
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C, OD-ADQ, of Middle East Airlines

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 VP-KPJ of East African Airways
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4, VP-KPJ, of East African Airways

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C of Mexicana

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C XA-NAS of Mexicana
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C, XA-NAS, of Mexicana

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C SU-ALC of United Arab Airlines
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C, SU-ALC, of United Arab Airlines (was called Misrair)

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C SU-ALC of Misrair
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4C, SU-ALC, of Misrair

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4B G-APYC of Olympic Airways
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4B, G-APYC, of Olympic Airways, prior to delivery as SX-DAK, Queen Frederica

The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4B, probably G-APMA Sir Edmund Halley, of BEA, possibly at Athens

The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4B G-APMA
The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4B, G-APMA Sir Edmund Halley, of BEA

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 G-APDB of BOAC at Hatfield
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4, G-APDB, of BOAC, at Hatfield

de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 G-APDR of BOAC
de Havilland DH106 Comet 4, G-APDR, of BOAC

The sole de Havilland DH106 Comet 3 G-ANLO of BOAC
The sole de Havilland DH106 Comet 3, G-ANLO, of BOAC

de Havilland DH106 Comet 2 G-AMXD of BOAC
de Havilland DH106 Comet 2, G-AMXD, of BOAC

de Havilland DH106 Comet C2 XK669 (initially G-AMXB)
de Havilland DH106 Comet C2, XK669 (initially G-AMXB), of RAF Transport Command

The first production de Havilland DH106 Comet 2 G-AMXA
The first production de Havilland DH106 Comet 2, G-AMXA, of BOAC

de Havilland DH106 Comet 2X G-ALYT
de Havilland DH106 Comet 2X, G-ALYT, was the first Rolls-Royce Avon-powered Comet. It is seen here at Hatfield

de Havilland DH106 Comet 1A CF-CUM
de Havilland DH106 Comet 1A, CF-CUM, of Canadian Pacific Airlines. Never delivered to Canada but in 1953 it was re-registered as G-ANAV and delivered to BOAC. Date: 1953

de Havilland DH106 Comet 1 G-ALYS
de Havilland DH106 Comet 1, G-ALYS, the third production aircraft for BOAC but the first to be delivered and the worlds first jet airliner to receive a CofA

The de Havilland DH106 Comet first and second prototypes in flight

The de Havilland DH106 Comet second prototype G-ALZK
The de Havilland DH106 Comet second prototype, G-ALZK, in BOAC colours

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The de Havilland DH106 Comet, a groundbreaking aircraft that revolutionized the aviation industry. From its first prototype G-5-1 to the iconic de Havilland DH106 Comet 4B, this aircraft has left an indelible mark in history. One of the most significant milestones was achieved by the first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 G-APDA of BOAC. It soared through the skies with elegance and grace, setting new standards for commercial air travel. Not to be outdone, the Royal Canadian Air Force showcased their own version - the de Havilland DH106 Comet 1A. With its sleek design and powerful engines, it exemplified excellence in military aviation. But it didn't stop there. The de Havilland DH106 Comet continued to evolve with models like the innovative de Havilland DH106 Comet 2X G-ALYT. Its advanced features pushed boundaries and captivated aviation enthusiasts worldwide. The versatility of this aircraft is truly remarkable. Take for instance, the de Havilland DH-106 Comet CIIR/C2R - a multi-role variant that served both civilian and military purposes seamlessly. And let's not forget about its siblings -the impressive de Havilland DH-106 Comet IIIB/3B and futuristic-looking de Havilland DH-106 Comet IIE/2E. Each model brought unique attributes to cater to different needs within the aviation community. Of course, we can't overlook where it all began -the pioneering de Havilland DH-106 Comet I/1. This trailblazer laid down foundations for future generations of aircraft with its unmatched performance and reliability. Finally, we have arrived at one of its crowning achievements –the renowned de Havilland DH-106 Comet IVB/4B series which dominated international air travel routes for years on end. Passengers marveled at its luxurious interiors and smooth flights, making it the epitome of comfort and style.