Imperial Airways Collection (#2)

The four Bristol Jupiter engines of the Imperial Airways liner Scylla, c1936 (c1937). Imperial Airways was an early British commercial long distance air travel company, operating from 1924 to 1939

Loading mails on board an Imperial Airways liner at Croydon Airport, c1936 (c1937). Artist: GPO
Loading mails on board an Imperial Airways liner at Croydon Airport, c1936 (c1937). The mail is brought from London to the aerodrome in streamlined cars painted blue to distinguish the airmail

Aerial equipment on the Imperial Airways liner Hengist, c1936 (c1937). Artist: Marconis Wireless Telegraph Co Ltd
Aerial equipment on the Imperial Airways liner Hengist, c1936 (c1937). The round aerial is part of the homing radio system, one of the first aerial directional finding systems

Handley-Page W. 10 Passenger-carrying aeroplane operating on Imperial Airways, 1929
Handley-Page W.10 Passenger-carrying aeroplane operating on Imperial Airways, 1929. The W.10 was a medium-range biplane airliner designed and built by Handley Page

Short Empire flying boat Corinthian, Alexandria, Egypt, c1938-c1941. 42 Empire class flying boats were built by Short Brothers at their factory in Rochester, Kent, the first flying in 1936

Imperial Airways Ltd Ensign Air Liner, c1930s

Cabin of a De Havilland DH86B biplane, c1934 (c1937). View inside the cabin of a De Havilland DH86 Express airliner showing the ten seats upholstered in blue leather

Silver Wing
1927: An Imperial Airways Silver Wing passenger plane, named the City of Glasgow. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

Hitching A Lift
1938: A seaplane, the Mercury, sits on top of an Imperial Airways flying boat, the Maia, to form the Mayo composite aircraft. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Imperial Airways aeroplane, 1931 C014 / 0462
Imperial Airways aeroplane. Shell Oil company mobile fuel tank being used to refuel the Imperial Airways Handley Page H.P.42 biplane Hanno in October 1931 at Semakh on the Sea of Galilee

Imperial Airways aeroplane, 1931 C014 / 0463
Imperial Airways aeroplane. Imperial Airways Handley Page H.P.42 biplane Hanno in October 1931 at Semakh on the Sea of Galilee

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Imperial Airways: A Legacy of Aviation Excellence Step back in time and immerse yourself in the golden age of air travel with Imperial Airways. From their fleet of iconic flying boats to their cutting-edge aircraft, this pioneering airline revolutionized the way we explore the skies. In 1939, a Short C-Class flying boat named G-AEUF gracefully glides through the waters of Marseilles. This sleek and compact beauty showcases Imperial Airways' commitment to innovation and efficiency. The allure is beautifully captured in a vibrant airline poster from 1936. Created by lithograph artist Mark Severin, it entices travelers with promises of adventure and luxury that await them on board. Witness history unfold as a Handley Page Harrow prepares to refuel a magnificent Short "C" Class flying boat. The seamless coordination between these two marvels exemplifies Imperial Airways' dedication to precision and safety. G-AEUC, another remarkable Short C-Class flying boat takes flight in 1937. With its elegant design and powerful engines, it effortlessly soars through the sky, showcasing Imperial Airways' commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new horizons. At Croydon Airport, aviation enthusiasts gather eagerly as they witness the arrival of new aircraft for Imperial Airways. These state-of-the-art machines represent progress and advancement - hallmarks of this esteemed airline's legacy. One cannot forget about the groundbreaking Short-Mayo composite - an engineering marvel that pushed technological boundaries further than ever before. This innovative creation allowed for long-distance flights without refueling stops, solidifying Imperial Airways' position at the forefront of aviation excellence. In an exhilarating race towards Scotland, an impressive bi-plane named City of Glasgow proudly represents Imperial Airways overhead. Its presence symbolizes not only speed but also reliability – traits that have come to define this legendary airline throughout its illustrious history. An advertising poster captures the essence of traveling aboard one of Imperial Airways' flying boats.