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Bristol Brabazon JLP01_08_070272
FILTON AIRFIELD, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE. The Bristol Brabazon G-AGPW on the runway at Filton Airfield.
The first prototype of the Bristol Brabazon, designed by the Bristol Aeroplane Company, was constructed in 1945 and performed its maiden flight in 1949. Laing extended the runway westwards at Filton Airfield to accommodate the airliner; work began in July 1946 on the new runway, which was 2, 725 yards long and 100 yards wide
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1960s Air Transport Aircraft Airfield Airliner
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In this photograph, the Bristol Brabazon, specifically the first prototype G-AGPW, gracefully sits on the runway at Filton Airfield in South Gloucestershire. The Bristol Brabazon, a remarkable creation of the Bristol Aeroplane Company, was constructed in 1945, and its maiden flight took place in 1949. This airliner, a symbol of post-war aviation innovation, boasts an impressive size and design that was ahead of its time. The extension of the runway at Filton Airfield was a necessary adaptation to accommodate the Brabazon's vast dimensions. Work on the new runway began in July 1946, with a length of 2,725 yards and a width of 100 yards. The runway extension was a significant investment in the future of aviation technology and the potential of the Brabazon. The 1960s marked an era of advancement in air transport, and the Brabazon was a testament to the progress made in aviation engineering. This photograph encapsulates the spirit of innovation and the excitement surrounding the possibilities of air travel during this period. The Bristol Brabazon, with its sleek design and impressive size, represented the future of air transportation and the limitless potential of human ingenuity. This photograph, taken at Filton Airfield, offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the remarkable achievements in aviation history and the continued pursuit of progress in air travel. © Historic England Archive. Joh [
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