Photographic Print : Scouts using RAF flight simulator
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Scouts using RAF flight simulator
Scouts being instructed on how to operate a LINK trainer by a Royal Air Force officer.
1940s
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Media ID 7186229
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Scouts being instructed on how to operate a RAF Link Trainer by a Royal Air Force officer. Captured in the 1940s, this historic image from The Scout Association / Mary Evans Prints Online brings the spirit of adventure and aviation history to your home or office. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, scouting groups, or anyone who appreciates the rich history of both organizations. Order your print today and add a unique and inspiring touch to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.5cm (10" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph from the 1940s, a group of young Scouts eagerly gather around a Royal Air Force (RAF) officer as he instructs them on how to operate a LINK trainer. The LINK trainer, an early flight simulator, was a crucial educational tool during this era, providing a safe and cost-effective means for teaching the fundamentals of flying to both military recruits and civilian aviation students. The Scouts, dressed in their official uniforms, display a mix of excitement and concentration as they watch the RAF officer's every move. The officer, a seasoned professional with a stern yet reassuring expression, demonstrates the intricacies of operating the complex machine. The trainer, with its blue control panel and array of dials and levers, sits prominently in the foreground, its boxy shape and simple design a testament to the technological advancements of the time. The Scout Association, a leading youth organization dedicated to the development of young people, recognized the importance of providing educational opportunities in aviation and arranged for this demonstration. The association's commitment to teaching essential life skills and fostering a sense of adventure and exploration is evident in the faces of these young boys and teenagers, who are eager to learn and grow. This photograph captures a moment in time when the spirit of learning and discovery was at its peak, as the next generation of pilots and aviation enthusiasts were given the opportunity to experience the thrill of flight, even if only in a simulated environment. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring connection between the Scout Association, the RAF, and the world of aviation, and the role they played in shaping the lives of young people during the 1940s. (C)The Scout Association / Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. Reproduced with permission. No commercial use without prior permission.
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