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Bristol 170 Freighter Mk. 32 G-AMWC Silver City, Eastleigh
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Bristol 170 Freighter Mk. 32 G-AMWC Silver City, Eastleigh
Passengers alight from a Silver City Airways Bristol Freighter, G-AMWC, as the ground handlers prepare to unload the cargo Date: 1953
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© A Flying History / The Peter Keating Aviation Photograph Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1953 Airways Alight Bristol Cargo Eastleigh Freighter Handlers Passengers Prepare Unload
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Moment of Transition: Passengers Disembarking from a Bristol 170 Freighter Mk. 32 (G-AMWC) at Eastleigh, 1953" 2. In this evocative black-and-white photograph, we witness a pivotal moment in the history of air transport as passengers make their way down the portable stairs of a Silver City Airways Bristol Freighter Mk. 32 (G-AMWC), with the registration number clearly visible on the fuselage. The year is 1953, and the location is Eastleigh, a bustling airfield in the United Kingdom. 3. The scene exudes an air of anticipation and excitement as the ground handlers prepare to unload the cargo from the aircraft. The passengers, dressed in their best attire, seem eager to begin their journey on solid ground once more. The Freighter, a versatile and iconic aircraft, was renowned for its ability to carry both passengers and cargo, making it an essential asset for various transport needs during this era. 4. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the evolution of air travel and the role of the Bristol Freighter in shaping the aviation industry. With its distinctive humpback design and powerful engines, the Freighter was a symbol of innovation and adaptability, bridging the gap between the era of propeller-driven aircraft and the dawn of the jet age. 5. As we delve deeper into the story of this photograph, we can appreciate the intricacies of air transport during the mid-20th century and the vital role that the Silver City Airways Bristol Freighter Mk. 32 (G-AMWC) played in connecting people and communities, paving the way for the advancements that would come to define modern aviation.
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