Home > TopFoto > Golden Age of Seaplanes
The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia on the water at Shannon air base about
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from TopFoto
The Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia on the water at Shannon air base about
The Imperial Airways flying boat " Caledonia " on the water at Shannon air base about to take off on an experimental trans Atlantic journey
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 11685441
© TopFoto
Air Travel Airliner Civil Aviation Commercial Flying Boat International Herald Tribune Passenger Sea Plane Seaplane Planet News
EDITORS COMMENTS
This monochrome print captures the awe-inspiring sight of the Imperial Airways flying boat Caledonia on the tranquil waters at Shannon air base. The year is in the 1930s, a time between wars when aviation was rapidly evolving. This particular moment marks an experimental transatlantic journey about to commence. The image exudes a sense of nostalgia, transporting us back to an era where air travel was still a marvel. The majestic flying boat, with its sleek design and powerful engines, stands as a symbol of human ingenuity and progress. As we gaze upon this photograph from TopFoto's collection, we can't help but imagine the excitement that must have filled the air that day. Passengers eagerly awaiting their adventure across vast oceans while crew members meticulously prepared for this groundbreaking voyage. Although not mentioned in the caption, it is clear that commercial aspirations were intertwined with these pioneering efforts. The potential for passenger airliners to connect continents seemed within reach thanks to these remarkable machines like Caledonia. In this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how far civil aviation has come since those early days. It serves as a testament to our insatiable desire for exploration and our relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries beyond what was once thought possible.
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.
