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The record breaking Vickers 142 Vivid was a two-set, general-purpose biplane with a 590hp
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The record breaking Vickers 142 Vivid was a two-set, general-purpose biplane with a 590hp
The record breaking Vickers 142 Vivid was a two-set, general-purpose biplane with a 590hp engine. Initially flown as a seaplane before conversion to a landplane it is seen here with Captain Neville Stack and John R Clifton prior to departures from Heston, in West London during April 1931 on the first of a series of record breaking return flights to Berlin, Copenhagen and Warsaw. The Vivid was later destroyed during a hangar fire at Broomfield Aerodrome, Chelmsford, Essex.
Vickers Napier Aircraft Australian Flight
Pilots Captain J P N Stack and Mr J R Clifton
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The Vickers 142 Vivid - A Record-Breaking Biplane
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. Step back in time to the thrilling era of aviation pioneers with this photo print. Captured in April 1931 at Heston, West London, it showcases the remarkable Vickers 142 Vivid, a true marvel of engineering. This two-seat biplane boasted an impressive 590hp engine and was initially designed as a seaplane before being converted into a landplane. In this historic image, we see Captain Neville Stack and John R Clifton standing proudly beside their magnificent creation. Little did they know that they were about to embark on a series of groundbreaking return flights to Berlin, Copenhagen, and Warsaw – setting records that would be remembered for years to come. However, fate had other plans for the illustrious Vivid. Tragically, it met its untimely demise during a devastating hangar fire at Broomfield Aerodrome in Chelmsford, Essex. This print is not just a glimpse into the past; it's an homage to the fearless aviators who pushed boundaries and defied gravity. It serves as a reminder of humanity's unyielding spirit of exploration and innovation. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or simply appreciate history frozen in time, this piece will transport you back to an era when the sky was conquered one record-breaking flight at a time.
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