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Metal Print : The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia about to take off from Southampton

The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia about to take off from Southampton



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The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia about to take off from Southampton

The Imperial Airways flying boat " Caledonia " about to take off from Southampton on her first experimental trans Atlantic flight

TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras

Media ID 11685365

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Air Travel Airliner Civil Aviation Commercial Flying Boat International Herald Tribune Passenger Sea Plane Seaplane Planet News


15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print

Experience the golden age of aviation with our stunning Metal Print of the Imperial Airways Caledonia, captured during her historic first experimental transatlantic flight from Southampton. This vintage photograph, sourced from TopFoto, beautifully depicts the iconic flying boat poised for takeoff. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring vibrant colors and exceptional detail to your space, making it an ideal addition to any room. Relive aviation history with this unique and captivating piece.

Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia, a majestic symbol of the golden age of aviation, poised for its historic transatlantic journey from Southampton. This monochrome print captures the anticipation and excitement surrounding this first experimental flight in the 1930s. The image, published in the International Herald Tribune, transports us back to an era between the wars when air travel was still a daring adventure. The black and white composition highlights every detail of this remarkable seaplane as it prepares to defy gravity and conquer vast oceans. With its sleek design and powerful engines, the Caledonia represents both technological innovation and human ambition. This photograph is not just about machinery; it tells a story of human progress and our insatiable desire to explore new frontiers. It reminds us that commercial aviation was once a privilege reserved for only a few brave passengers who dared to embark on these pioneering journeys. As we gaze at this timeless image captured by Planet News photographers, we are reminded of how far we have come since those early days of civil aviation. Today's modern airliners owe their existence to trailblazers like Caledonia, whose courageous flights paved the way for global connectivity. Let this photograph serve as an inspiration to embrace our own spirit of adventure and curiosity as we continue pushing boundaries in air travel.

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