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The Vickers VC 10 built for B. O. A. C. by British Aircraft Corporation
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The Vickers VC 10 built for B. O. A. C. by British Aircraft Corporation
The Vickers VC 10 built for B.O.A.C. by British Aircraft Corporation and powered by Rolls-Royce Conway engines. Date: circa 1963
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1963 1964 Boac Conway Corporation Engines Powered Rolls Rolls Royce Royce Vickers
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This photograph showcases the sleek and innovative Vickers VC 10 aircraft, built for the British Aircraft Corporation (BAC) in the early 1960s. Powered by a pair of Rolls-Royce Conway engines, this jet embodies the spirit of progress and technological advancement of the era. The VC 10, with its distinctive wing design and streamlined body, represented a significant leap forward in aviation technology and design. The image captures the plane in a moment of tender stillness, as it sits on the tarmac, ready for its next journey. The Rolls-Royce Conway engines, visible in the foreground, hum with potential, a testament to the raw power and capability of the machine. The date of this photograph is estimated to be around 1963 or 1964, making it a fascinating relic of the 1960s and the dawn of the jet age. The Vickers VC 10 was a versatile aircraft, used for various purposes including military and civilian applications. Its sleek design and advanced engineering made it a favorite among aviation enthusiasts and a symbol of British engineering prowess. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the past, a testament to the ingenuity and innovation that shaped the world of aviation and transportation in the 20th century.
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