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Flying boat berth, Southampton EAW023211
BOAC FLYING BOAT SERVICES, Southampton Water. Flying boat services had been operating from Southampton since 1919. After the Second World War, BOAC started a new service from a terminal in the Old Docks in April 1948, with destinations including Australia, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, Karachi and Tokyo. By November 1950 they had withdrawn the service as uneconomic. A new airline, Aquila, continued flying boat services from Southampton until 1958. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 1472567
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10"x10" Photo Print
Discover the rich history of aviation with our stunning Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Flying boat berth, Southampton EAW023211" by Aerofilms, now available at our store. This captivating image, provided by Historic England, takes you back in time to the bustling Flying Boat Services at Southampton Water. First established in 1919, these services played a significant role in aviation history, especially after the Second World War. Bring this piece of aviation heritage into your home and relive the golden age of flying boat travel with this beautifully printed photograph. Order now and let the story unfold.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24cm x 25.4cm (9.4" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the bustling activity at the Flying Boat Berth in Southampton. Steeped in history, this location has been a hub for flying boat services since 1919. The image showcases the iconic BOAC Flying Boat Services that operated from here after World War II. In April 1948, BOAC launched their new service from a terminal located in the Old Docks of Southampton. This marked an exciting chapter as destinations such as Australia, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, Karachi, and Tokyo became easily accessible to travelers. The sight of these majestic flying boats taking off and landing on Southampton Water must have been awe-inspiring. However, despite its initial success, economic challenges led to the withdrawal of BOAC's service by November 1950. Yet hope was not lost for those seeking adventure through air travel. Aquila Airlines stepped in to continue operating flying boat services from Southampton until 1958. The photograph offers a glimpse into an era when aviation was still evolving and capturing people's imaginations. It serves as a reminder of how far we've come since then while also honoring the pioneering spirit that once filled these skies. Thanks to Historic England's Aerofilms Collection, we can appreciate this aerial perspective that showcases both land and sea coming together harmoniously with aircraft soaring above it all.
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