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de Havilland Comet 1
de Havilland DH.106 Comet 1 (G-ALZK) of BOAC in flight, 1951
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1275286
© RAF Museum 2008 - All Rights Reserved
Airliners Airlines Postwar Travel British Overseas Airways Corporation
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of aviation with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic de Havilland Comet 1 by Charles E Brown. This stunning image captures the sleek lines and innovative design of the world's first jet airliner, as it soars through the sky during its maiden commercial flight for British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) in 1951. Relive the excitement of the jet age with this beautiful and authentic piece of aviation history, expertly printed on high-quality archival paper to ensure long-lasting vibrancy and detail.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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In this black-and-white photograph, the de Havilland Comet 1 (G-ALZK) soars through the sky, leaving a trail of vapor in its wake. Taken by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown during the early 1950s, this image offers a glimpse into the postwar era of aviation and the dawn of jet travel. The de Havilland Comet 1, registered as G-ALZK, was a groundbreaking aircraft for its time. Designed and manufactured by de Havilland Aircraft Company, it was the world's first jet-powered airliner to enter commercial service. The Comet made its maiden flight on July 27, 1949, and quickly gained recognition for its sleek design, advanced technology, and impressive cruising speed. This particular Comet 1 belonged to British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC), one of the most prominent airlines of the time. BOAC operated a fleet of Comet 1s, revolutionizing air travel by offering non-stop transatlantic flights between Europe and the Americas. The Comet's introduction marked a significant milestone in aviation history, as it set new standards for passenger comfort, safety, and efficiency. In this photograph, the Comet 1 appears majestically in the sky, its distinctive wings and tail fin creating an elegant silhouette against the backdrop of the clouds. The image captures the essence of a new era in aviation, where innovation and technology were pushing the boundaries of what was possible in air travel. Charles E. Brown, a respected aviation photographer, skillfully captured this moment in time, preserving it for future generations to appreciate the beauty and significance of the de Havilland Comet 1 and the role it played in shaping the world of aviation.
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