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The Vickers Viscount was a great British success story. This Viscount 700
The Vickers Viscount was a great British success story.
This Viscount 700 named Endeavour is pictured prior to departure in the London-New Zealand air race on 12th October 1953.
Jointly entered by Vickers and BEA, and flown by Capt W Baillie and crew, it took 40 hours 41 minutes to cover the 12, 365 miles to Christchurch.
It played a small part in promoting this turbo-prop aircraft powered by four Rolls-Royce Dart engines that became the most successful aircraft to emerge from post-war Britain.
There were more Viscounts built than any other British airliner with over 450 by the time construction ceased in 1959.
First flight of the original series 630, 32-seat version was from Wisely, Surrey on 16 July 1948 and by the time the 800 series appeared seating had increased to 86.
Operated throughout the world by numerous airlines, a few can still be seen in flying today.
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This print captures the iconic Vickers Viscount, a true British triumph. Named Endeavour, this particular Viscount 700 is seen here before embarking on the London-New Zealand air race on October 12th, 1953. Jointly entered by Vickers and BEA (British European Airways), it was skillfully piloted by Captain W Baillie and his crew. The remarkable journey covered an impressive distance of 12,365 miles to Christchurch in just 40 hours and 41 minutes. Endeavour played a significant role in promoting the turbo-prop aircraft powered by four Rolls-Royce Dart engines that emerged as one of post-war Britain's most successful aviation achievements. With over 450 Viscounts built until production ceased in 1959, it surpassed all other British airliners in terms of quantity. The original series began with the 32-seat version known as the series 630, which took its first flight from Wisley in Surrey on July 16th, 1948. As time progressed and advancements were made, the seating capacity increased to accommodate up to 86 passengers with the introduction of the series' latest iteration -the800 series. Having been operated worldwide by numerous airlines throughout its illustrious career, a few lucky individuals can still catch glimpses of these magnificent planes soaring through our skies today. This extraordinary photograph serves as a timeless reminder of an era when aviation reached new heights and showcases not only technological prowess but also celebrates human determination and innovation within this exhilarating racing scene from the vibrant decade of the '50s.
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