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Comet airliner (first in service). BOAC
Comet airliner (first in service). BOAC. c.1949 Date: circa 1949
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16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of aviation history into your home with our stunning Metal Prints featuring the Comet airliner of BOAC, the first jet airliner to enter commercial service in 1949. This high-quality metal print showcases an iconic image of the Comet from Mary Evans Prints Online, expertly reproduced with vibrant colors and incredible detail. The sleek design of the metal print adds depth and texture, making it a standout addition to any room. Relive the golden age of aviation and celebrate aviation innovation with this unique and beautiful piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the Comet prototype C1, a groundbreaking achievement in aviation history, as it undergoes rigorous testing for the British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) in the late 1940s. The Comet, the world's first jet-powered airliner, represented a significant leap forward in air travel, offering passengers faster and more comfortable journeys than ever before. The Comet's sleek design and innovative features, such as a pressurized cabin, allowed for flights at cruising altitudes, providing travelers with breathtaking views and a more pleasant flying experience. This first prototype, registered as G-ALYV, was built by the Handley Page Aircraft Company and made its maiden flight on July 27, 1949. In the photograph, the Comet sits majestically on the tarmac, surrounded by a sea of support personnel and ground equipment. The aircraft's powerful engines, the Rolls-Royce Avon jet engines, can be seen prominently displayed beneath the wings. The Comet's distinctive tail fin, adorned with the BOAC logo, proudly stands tall against the backdrop of a clear, blue sky. The testing phase for the Comet was meticulous and thorough, with numerous trials and evaluations to ensure the safety and reliability of the new jet airliner. The Comet's revolutionary pressurized cabin was put through its paces, with tests simulating various altitude and temperature conditions. The aircraft's structural integrity was also put to the test during wind tunnel experiments and vibration testing. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in aviation history, as the Comet prototype C1, the first in a long line of successful Comet jetliners, prepared to take to the skies and revolutionize air travel for generations to come.
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