Premium Framed Print > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Transport > Aviation > Heathrow Airport
Premium Framed Print : Lattice framework JLP01_08_083781
Framed Photos from Historic England
Lattice framework JLP01_08_083781
HEATHROW AIRPORT, B E A SERVICING HANGAR, HEATHROW, HILLINGDON, GREATER LONDON. The metal lattice framework core of the roof structure of the BEA aircraft servicing hangar at Heathrow Airport, resting on supporting trestles during its construction.
In October 1969 Laing announced that its Industrial Engineering Branch had been awarded a contract for construction of an aircraft servicing hangar for British European Airways at Heathrow Airport. It was the companys second major contract at Heathrow, following the completion of the BEA and BOAC cargo terminal. The hangar was designed to accommodate new airbus jets and existing aircraft. The hangar roof was constructed on the ground and was raised by hydraulic jacks, with a total of 3, 200 tonnes of steel and services being raised 20.5 metres over 8 days in November 1970
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24354167
© Historic England Archive
1970s Building Site Construction Crane Hangar Prefabricated Roof Workmen Assembly Construction Site Large Building Metal Frame Steelwork
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 59.9cm (23.4" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Historic England
> Industry
> Engineering and Construction
> Building airports and airfields
> Europe
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Ely
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Greater London
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> Hillingdon
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Sights
> Heathrow Airport
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Hillingdon
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Transport
> Aviation
> Heathrow Airport
> Posters
> Aircraft Posters
> Airbus
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the impressive lattice framework of the BEA aircraft servicing hangar at Heathrow Airport in Greater London. The metal core of the roof structure is depicted, resting on supporting trestles during its construction. In October 1969, Laing's Industrial Engineering Branch proudly announced their contract for constructing this state-of-the-art hangar for British European Airways. This marked their second major project at Heathrow, following the successful completion of the BEA and BOAC cargo terminal. Designed to accommodate both new airbus jets and existing aircraft, this hangar was a testament to modern engineering. The construction process involved prefabrication and assembly techniques, with the roof being constructed on the ground before being raised by hydraulic jacks. Over a span of eight days in November 1970, an astonishing 3,200 tonnes of steel and services were lifted an impressive height of 20.5 meters. The image captures not only the grandeur of this large building but also highlights the dedication and skill exhibited by workmen on-site during its construction phase. The presence of cranes adds to the sense of scale and complexity involved in such a monumental project. This photograph from A© Historic England Archive offers us a glimpse into history as it documents one remarkable achievement in architectural innovation within Heathrow Airport's bustling grounds during the vibrant era that was the 1970s.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
