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Cape Juby (petrol barrels)
Cape Juby (petrol barrels). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF, for a survey flight down the West African coast, via Tangier to Bathurst, Gambia, where Short floats were fitted. After two and a half months in Sierra Leone the metal airframe had corroded beyond repair. Date: 1931
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1931 Abgf Barrels Blackburn Bluebird Cape Delphine Hanworth Petrol Pilot Pudney Reynolds Survey Miss
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating Cape Juby (petrol barrels) photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to 1 March 1931, as Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, prepare for takeoff in their Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF, at Hanworth. The intriguing scene of Cape Juby's petrol barrels adds an intriguing historical context, making this print a must-have for any aviation or history enthusiast's collection. Order your high-quality photographic print today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.8cm (11" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph, taken in 1931, Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, are seen standing next to their Blackburn Bluebird IV aircraft at Cape Juby in Northwest Africa. The pair had embarked on a daring survey flight from Hanworth, England, on 1 March 1931, with the intention of traveling down the West African coast to Tangier and then on to Bathurst, Gambia. The Blackburn Bluebird IV, registration number G-ABGF, was a single-engine, two-seat biplane that was well-suited for long-distance flights. However, the harsh conditions of the African climate took a toll on the metal airframe, and after two and a half months in Sierra Leone, the corrosion had become too severe for repairs. In this image, the desolate landscape of Cape Juby is dotted with petrol barrels, a reminder of the vital role that aviation fuel played in enabling this pioneering flight. The rugged terrain and extreme climate presented numerous challenges for Miss Reynolds and Mr. Pudney, but their determination and skill saw them through, making history as they became the first people to fly from Europe to West Africa in a light aircraft. Despite the arduous journey, the pair's spirit remains unbroken as they pose confidently for the camera, their aircraft standing proudly behind them. This photograph is a testament to their courage, resilience, and the spirit of adventure that drove them to undertake this groundbreaking flight.
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