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Four of Four - A Trident jet at Heathrow Airport takes off in the high heat of 25th
Four of Four - A Trident jet at Heathrow Airport takes off in the high heat of
25th June 1976, when temperatures reached into the 90 degrees.
The heat wave of 1976 lasted from 23rd June to 8th July 1976.
Picture taken 25th June 1976
Arthur Sidey
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
76-3820 - 23b
Media ID 21799114
© Mirrorpix
Heat Heathrow Heathrow Airport Heatwave Nose Plane Take Off Taking Off Temperature Wing 1976 Degrees
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This print captures a historic moment in aviation history. On the scorching hot day of June 25th, 1976, at Heathrow Airport in London, a Trident jet prepares to take off amidst sweltering temperatures that soared into the 90 degrees. The intense heatwave of 1976 had engulfed the city from June 23rd to July 8th, making this particular departure all the more remarkable. Arthur Sidey's lens perfectly freezes this significant event as the Trident jet stands tall on the tarmac. Its sleek nose and wings glisten under the blazing sun, ready to conquer both gravity and soaring temperatures. As it powers up its engines for takeoff, one can almost feel the anticipation building within its metallic frame. This image is not just a testament to technological prowess but also serves as a reminder of how weather conditions can impact even our most advanced machines. It showcases both man's triumph over adversity and nature's ability to challenge our achievements. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary moment when human ingenuity defied extreme weather conditions. Arthur Sidey has captured an iconic snapshot that immortalizes this Trident jet taking flight against all odds during that unforgettable summer of '76.
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