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Antique Framed Print : Vickers Viscount 812 - G-AVHE
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Vickers Viscount 812 - G-AVHE
Vickers Viscount 812 G-AVHE (msn 363), of Channel Airways at Southend Airport. Date: 1970
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Media ID 20028126
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1970 Airport Airways Channel Southend Vickers Viscount
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 19.6cm (14.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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 evocative photograph captures the sleek lines and elegant design of Vickers Viscount 812 G-AVHE (msn 363) as it sits gracefully on the tarmac at Southend Airport in 1970. The Vickers Viscount, a British turboprop airliner, was a revolutionary aircraft in its time, known for its advanced design and superior performance. G-AVHE, registered to Channel Airways, is shown in its distinctive livery with the company's logo prominently displayed on the fuselage. The Viscount's wings are swept back, creating a streamlined effect that not only reduced drag but also added to the aircraft's distinctive appearance. The large propellers, powered by Rolls-Royce Dart engines, are a testament to the advanced technology of the time. The Viscount was a popular choice for regional and domestic flights in the 1960s and 1970s, and its versatility made it a favorite among both airlines and private operators. With a seating capacity of up to 56 passengers, it offered a comfortable and spacious cabin, making it an ideal choice for short-haul flights. This photograph captures a moment in time when aviation was on the cusp of a new era. The Viscount represented the future of air travel, with its advanced technology and sleek design. Today, it is a cherished reminder of a bygone era in aviation history, and a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the engineers and designers who brought it to life.
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