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Fine Art Print : The De Havilland D. H. 88 Comet with two D. H. Gipsy Six engines was conceived as a racing
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The De Havilland D. H. 88 Comet with two D. H. Gipsy Six engines was conceived as a racing
The De Havilland D.H.88 Comet with two D. H. Gipsy Six engines was conceived as a racing aircraft.
In 1933 the Victorian Centenary air race from England to Melbourne, Australia was announced the idea for the Comet was born and three were built and entered.
The eventual winner of the speed prize was G-ACSS Grosvenor House, flown by C W A Scott and Tom Campbell Black, in 70 hours 54 minutes.
Pictured is G-ACSS at the Wroughton Air Show in August 1993
Alisdair Macdonald
Daily Mirror
England
WA*1871839
Media ID 21519377
© Mirrorpix
Aeroplane Flight In Flight Plane
A4 (21x29cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our Fine Art Print of the De Havilland D.H.88 Comet by Alisdair Macdonald from Memory Lane Prints. This stunning piece of art captures the iconic racing aircraft with its distinctive two D.H. Gipsy Six engines. Originally designed for the 1933 Victorian Centenary air race from England to Melbourne, this print is a must-have for any aviation enthusiast or art collector. Our high-quality Fine Art Prints are professionally printed on premium paper, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past to life. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office and let the legacy of the De Havilland D.H.88 Comet inspire you every day.
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Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
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.
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This print captures the iconic De Havilland D. H. 88 Comet, a remarkable racing aircraft that left an indelible mark in aviation history. Conceived with two powerful D. H. Gipsy Six engines, this sleek beauty was specifically designed for speed and agility. The year 1933 marked a significant milestone in the Comet's legacy when the Victorian Centenary air race from England to Melbourne, Australia was announced. This prestigious event provided the perfect opportunity for the Comet to showcase its exceptional capabilities on an international stage. Three of these magnificent planes were built and entered into the race. Amongst fierce competition, it was G-ACSS Grosvenor House that emerged victorious, claiming the coveted speed prize after completing the grueling journey in an impressive 70 hours and 54 minutes. Piloted by C W A Scott and Tom Campbell Black, this triumph solidified their place in aviation folklore. In this particular image captured at the Wroughton Air Show in August 1993, we witness G-ACSS soaring through the skies once again, reminding us of its enduring allure even decades later. The photograph showcases not only its elegant design but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries within flight technology. Alisdair Macdonald's lens has beautifully preserved this momentous piece of military aviation history - a true tribute to both man's engineering prowess and our eternal fascination with flight.
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