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Avro 691 Lancastrian 3
The British South American Airways Bsaa Avro Lancastrian G-Agwh Named Stardust That Mysteriously Disappeared on 2 August 1947 in the Andes Mountains, in Chile, Having Crashed. Date: 1946
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This evocative photograph captures the sleek lines and imposing presence of Avro 691 Lancastrian G-Agwh, nicknamed "Stardust," as it sits serenely on the grass in 1946. The Avro Lancastrian was a piston-powered airliner produced by the Avro Aircraft Company in the United Kingdom, specifically designed for civilian use. This particular Mark III Lancastrian, registered to British South American Airways (BSAA), was a popular choice for transatlantic flights during the 1940s. However, the tranquility depicted in this image was short-lived. On 2 August 1947, G-Agwh mysteriously disappeared en route from Buenos Aires to Santiago, Chile. The wreckage was later discovered in the Andes Mountains, leaving a haunting reminder of the dangers that came with early aviation. Despite the tragic end to its story, this photograph stands as a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the era. The Avro Lancastrian represented the pinnacle of piston-powered airliner technology, offering comfort and speed to travelers during a time when air travel was still a novelty. This image, from the esteemed archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, serves as a poignant reminder of the past, evoking a sense of wonder and nostalgia for the golden age of aviation.
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