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Photographic Print : Handley Page HP. 42
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Handley Page HP. 42
Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) of Imperial Airways in flight after leaving Croydon on the first air mail service to Cape, 20 January 1932
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
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Airliners Airlines Civil Aircraft Interwar Travel
10"x8" Photo Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Handley Page HP.42" by Charles E Brown. This iconic image captures the moment the Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) of Imperial Airways takes off from Croydon Airport on the first air mail service to Cape Town, South Africa on 20 January 1932. Relive aviation history and add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this high-quality, museum-grade print. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, historians, or anyone who appreciates the beauty and engineering marvels of the past.
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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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this black-and-white photograph, the Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) soars through the sky, leaving Croydon Airport in Surrey, England, on a historic flight. The year is 1932, and the Handley Page HP.42E is making its way as the first airmail service to Cape Town, South Africa. Charles E. Brown, a skilled aviation photographer for the Royal Air Force (RAF), captured this momentous occasion with his camera, immortalizing the Handley Page HP.42E's majestic takeoff. The HP.42E, a British four-engine biplane airliner, was a significant advancement in interwar aviation technology, boasting a cruising speed of around 120 miles per hour and a range of over 1,000 miles. As the HP.42E ascends, its wings cast long, elegant shadows over the runway, while the propellers churn up the air, creating a trail of vapor in the crisp morning air. The aircraft's distinctive silhouette, with its high-mounted wings and streamlined fuselage, stands out against the clear blue sky. The HP.42E's journey to Cape Town marked a turning point in aviation history. It was a testament to the growing potential of air travel as a viable means of transportation, connecting distant lands and bringing the world closer together. The successful completion of this flight paved the way for the expansion of airmail services and the eventual emergence of commercial airline travel. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage and innovation that defined the interwar aviation era. It stands as a testament to the pioneering spirit of the aviators, engineers, and photographers who dared to push the boundaries of what was possible in the skies. Charles E. Brown's masterful composition and his ability to capture the essence of this moment in time make this image a true treasure for aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
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