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de Havilland DH. 104 Dove 8 G-ARYM
de Havilland DH.104 Dove 8 G-ARYM (msn 04529), of Fairflight Charters Lt. Date: 1973
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This evocative photograph captures the de Havilland DH.104 Dove 8 G-ARYM (msn 04529) in flight, against a backdrop of clear blue skies. The DH.104 Dove, a versatile and popular twin-engine utility aircraft, was originally designed and manufactured by de Havilland Aircraft Company in the United Kingdom during the late 1940s. This particular aircraft, registered as G-ARYM, was operated by Fairflight Charters Ltd. during the 1970s. The DH.104 Dove, with its distinctive twin-boom configuration and high-mounted wings, was a favorite among private owners and small operators due to its ability to carry passengers, cargo, or mail with equal ease. The aircraft in this photograph is seen in its standard configuration, with a seating capacity for up to 12 passengers. The history of this aircraft is intriguing. It was originally built in 1943 as a Vickers Viking Mk.II for the French military, under the designation MSN 75. After the end of World War II, the aircraft was transferred to the Vichy French government and later seized by the Allied forces. It was eventually sold to a private owner in the United States, where it was registered as N875M and operated by Martin Air Transport. The aircraft was later sold to Fairflight Charters Ltd. in the UK and registered as G-ARYM. This photograph, taken in 1973, captures a moment in time when this historic aircraft was still in service, continuing to provide transportation and flight experiences for its passengers. The de Havilland DH.104 Dove remains a cherished part of aviation history, with its distinctive design and versatile capabilities continuing to inspire awe and admiration among aviation enthusiasts and pilots alike.
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