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Rotodyne In Flight
The Fairey Rotodyne prototype XE521 during its first flying demonstration for the press, at White Waltham, Berkshire, 3rd June 1958. A compound gyroplane, the Rotodyne is the worlds first VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) airliner. (Photo by Reg Birkett/Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Reg Burkett
Media ID 11795360
© 2008 Getty Images
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience aviation history with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Collection. Witness the Fairey Rotodyne prototype XE521 in flight during its inaugural demonstration for the press, capturing the essence of innovation and progress. British aviation pioneer Reg Burkett immortalized this moment in time, offering a unique perspective of the Rotodyne's groundbreaking design and capabilities. Bring this piece of aviation history into your home or office and elevate your space with its captivating imagery and rich storytelling.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 14.1cm (8" x 5.6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Capturing History in Flight - The Fairey Rotodyne Prototype XE521 Takes the Skies
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we are transported back to a momentous day in aviation history. On June 3rd, 1958, at White Waltham in Berkshire, the Fairey Rotodyne prototype XE521 made its first flying demonstration for the press. This remarkable compound gyroplane marked a groundbreaking achievement as the world's first VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) airliner. The image beautifully showcases the sleek design of this pioneering aircraft as it gracefully soars through the sky. Its unique combination of helicopter-like rotor blades and fixed wings is truly awe-inspiring. Against a backdrop of clouds, Reg Birkett skillfully captures every detail of this historic flight. As we gaze upon this extraordinary photograph, we can almost feel the excitement that must have filled the air on that momentous day. The Rotodyne prototype represents not only technological innovation but also dreams taking flight – dreams of revolutionizing air travel with vertical take-offs and landings. Reg Burkett's masterful composition transports us back to an era when possibilities seemed limitless and boundaries were meant to be pushed. This print serves as a timeless reminder of human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress in aviation history.
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