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The first de Havilland DH86 Express Air Liner
The first de Havilland DH86 Express Air Liner following registration as G-ACPL at Hatfield on 22 May 1934. Date: 1934
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Dh86 Express Hatfield Havilland Registration Liner
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1. Title: The Debut of a Trailblazing Aviation Pioneer: The First de Havilland DH86 Express Air Liner at Hatfield in 1934. This photograph chronicles a pivotal moment in aviation history, as the first de Havilland DH86 Express Air Liner, registered as G-ACPL, undergoes its official registration ceremony at Hatfield on May 22, 1934. The de Havilland DH86, a groundbreaking aircraft for its time, marked a significant leap forward in the realm of passenger transport aircraft. The DH86, also affectionately known as the "Express," was a 14-seat monoplane designed by the renowned British aeronautical engineer, Geoffrey de Havilland. This innovative aircraft boasted a sleek, streamlined design and was powered by two de Havilland Gipsy Six engines, which enabled it to reach impressive cruising speeds of up to 150 miles per hour. The registration ceremony at Hatfield, the de Havilland aircraft factory, marked the culmination of years of tireless research, development, and engineering. The DH86 was not only a testament to de Havilland's vision and expertise but also a harbinger of the future of air travel. Its introduction paved the way for the mass production of passenger aircraft and set the stage for the golden age of aviation. This photograph captures the essence of an era when the skies were still a frontier, and the spirit of innovation and exploration was at its zenith. The first de Havilland DH86 Express Air Liner, G-ACPL, stands proudly in the foreground, a symbol of progress and a reminder of the boundless potential of human ingenuity.
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