Civil Aviation Collection

Poster for Empire Air Day, 1934
Shows aerodromes in England, Wales, southern Scotland and Northern Ireland, all of which were open for Empire Air Day. Admission one shilling for adults, sixpence for children

Shorts S30 Empire Flying Boat G-AFCZ named Clare owned and operated by BOAC. Seen here at Poole in Dorset following its trans-atlantic flight. 10th August 1940

An Avro 504K three seater bi plane draws a huge crowds as it makes a landing at Alexandra Park Aerodrome in Manchester. June 1920

Caproni ca. 161. 1930-40
Caproni ca.161. 1930-40

Cloudscape over the Thames at Oxford, England

Cloudscape with alto cirrus and contrails over the Thames at Oxford, England

Cloudscape with cirrus over the Thames at Oxford, England

Cloudscape with cirrus over Oxford High Street, England

Magdalen Tower, Oxford, against beautiful cirrus skies

Gargoyle on Magdalen Tower, Oxford, against beautiful cirrus skies

The short Rangoon flying boat used as a training machine by Imperial Airways
The short " Rangoon " flying boat used as a training machine by Imperial Airways pilots taking off in a practise flight at Hamble

The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia on the water at Shannon air base about
The Imperial Airways flying boat " Caledonia " on the water at Shannon air base about to take off on an experimental trans Atlantic journey

New Imperial Airways flying boat Cassiopeia in flight after taking off from Southampton on first direct service to South Africa

Return Excellency London Sunday Oct 16 1938 Sir Harold
Return of His Excellency from London, Sunday Oct. 16, 1938. Sir Harold MacMichael landing on Kulundia aerodrome in a Palestine airways machine. H.E

Aerial view of Imperial Airways flying boat Centaurus on the water at Rochester

The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia about to take off from Southampton
The Imperial Airways flying boat " Caledonia " about to take off from Southampton on her first experimental trans Atlantic flight

Crowds meet the giant new American flying boat Yankee Clipper as she moors at
Crowds meet the giant new American flying boat " Yankee Clipper " as she moors at Southampton after arriving on her first trans Atlantic flight

The giant new American flying boat Yankee Clipper as she landed at Southampton
The giant new American flying boat " Yankee Clipper " as she landed at Southampton on her first trans Atlantic flight

Imperial Airways flying boat Swanage moored at Southampton ready for her flight to Alexandria to replace crashed flying boat City of Khartoum

Imperial Airways Empire flying boat Centaurus speeding across Port Melbourne
Imperial Airways Empire flying boat " Centaurus " speeding across Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia during her 30

Imperial Airways latest Empire flying boat Capella being prepared at Southampton

A stewardess and passengers aboard a tu-114 airliner (at the time, the worlds largest), 1959

Aerial view of the Canopus, first of the new 17 1 / 2 tons Imperial Airways flying
Aerial view of the Canopus, first of the new 17 1/2 tons Imperial Airways flying boats for service on the Empire air routes leaving Rochester, Kent on her maiden flight

Aboard a tu-104 airliner during a trans-siberian flight, july 1956

Menara Airport, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Civil Aviation: A Glimpse into the Golden Era of Flight" Step back in time with this vintage poster for Empire Air Day, 1934. The captivating design invites you to explore the world of civil aviation, a realm where dreams took flight. One iconic aircraft that stole the spotlight was the Shorts S30 Empire Flying Boat G-AFCZ named Clare. Owned and operated by BOAC, it symbolized elegance and luxury in the skies. Its sleek silhouette gliding effortlessly over vast oceans captured the imagination of many. Speaking of flying boats, another image showcases New Imperial Airways' Cassiopeia soaring through the clouds after taking off from Southampton. This majestic sight reminds us of how these floating marvels connected distant lands like never before. But let's not forget about land-based planes. An Avro 504K three-seater biplane gracefully descends upon Alexandra, drawing huge crowds who marveled at its prowess. It served as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire to conquer new heights. The Caproni ca. 161 also deserves recognition; this remarkable aircraft from the 1930s-40s era pushed boundaries with its innovative design and advanced technology. It exemplified progress in civil aviation during an era marked by rapid advancements in engineering. As we gaze at picturesque cloudscape scenes over Oxford's serene Thames River, we are reminded of nature's beauty intertwining with humanity's ambition to conquer the skies. Alto cirrus clouds and contrails add an ethereal touch while cirrus formations create a sense of wonderment above Oxford High Street. Civil aviation represents more than just airplanes; it embodies mankind's relentless pursuit of exploration and connection across borders. These glimpses into history remind us that once upon a time, flying was not merely a means of transportation but an enchanting experience filled with adventure and romance.