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Handley Page Jetstream G-ATXH
Handley Page HP.137 Jetstream 1 G-ATXH, the prototype Jetstream at the 1968 SBAC Farnborough Air Show. Date: 1968
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1968 Farnborough Handley Jetstream Prototype Sbac
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1968: A New Era in Aviation - The Handley Page Jetstream 1 Prototype (G-ATXH) at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show The year was 1968, and the aviation world was on the brink of a new era. At the SBAC Farnborough Air Show, the stage was set for the unveiling of a groundbreaking aircraft that would redefine short-range transport: the Handley Page Jetstream 1. Gathered around the prototype (G-ATXH), proudly displayed on the tarmac, were aviation enthusiasts, industry professionals, and curious onlookers. The Jetstream 1, a product of Handley Page, a well-established British aircraft manufacturer, was unlike anything they had seen before. With its sleek, modern design and jet engine propulsion system, it represented a bold step forward in aviation technology. The Jetstream 1 was a twin-engine, turboprop-powered, pressurized cabin aircraft, capable of carrying up to 19 passengers over short to medium distances. Its innovative design featured a T-tail, canard foreplanes, and a high-mounted wing, which provided excellent short-field performance and stability. The 1968 Farnborough Air Show marked the Jetstream 1's public debut, and it did not disappoint. Spectators were treated to thrilling demonstration flights, showcasing the aircraft's impressive capabilities. The Jetstream 1's ability to take off and land on short runways, combined with its speed and efficiency, left a lasting impression on those in attendance. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in aviation history, as the Handley Page Jetstream 1 prototype (G-ATXH) takes center stage at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show in 1968. The Jetstream 1 would go on to enjoy a successful career in various roles, including military applications, before being retired in the late 2000s. This image serves as a reminder of the innovation and excitement that has always driven the aviation industry forward.
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