Hendon Collection (#5)

North London Synagogue
A modern synagogue at Hendon, north London, England. Date: 1960s

The 1975-1976 Royal Aeronautical Society Council met at ?
The 1975-1976 Royal Aeronautical Society Council met at the RAF Museum Hendon on 29 January 1976. The President, front centre, was AM Sir Charles Pringle

Hawker Tempest, left, and de Havilland Mosquito at the 5?
Hawker Tempest, left, and de Havilland Mosquito at the 50 years of Flying Display at Hendon in July 1951

Bristol Fighter at the 50 years of Flying Display at Hen?
Bristol Fighter at the 50 years of Flying Display at Hendon in July 1951

Hawker Hurricane II at the 50 years of Flying Display at?
Hawker Hurricane II at the 50 years of Flying Display at Hendon in July 1951

Claude Grahame-White, centre, with Lord Trenchard, right?
Claude Grahame-White, centre, with Lord Trenchard, right, at the 50 years of Flying Display at Hendon in July 1951

Claude Grahame-White, left, with Lord Trenchard at the 5?
Claude Grahame-White, left, with Lord Trenchard at the 50 years of Flying Display at Hendon in July 1951

HENDON, UK, engraving 1881 - 1884

Aerial Derby
The start of the speed handicap race during the Aerial Derby at Hendon aviation meeting. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Hendon Air Review
Military aircraft lined up for inspection at a Naval and Military review at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Gale Force
November 1918: Remains of a plane and a hangar after a gale at Hendon aerodrome. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Gale Damage
November 1918: Wrecked planes as a result of a gale at Hendon aerodrome. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Aviation Meeting
22nd November 1912: G Sabelli just beating LWF Turner at an aviation meeting at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Aerial Pageant
July 1920: Crowds at an aerial pageant at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bi-plane
28th August 1913: A small crowd gathered round Claude Grahame-Whites five seater bi-plane at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The First Air Mail
9th September 1911: The first air mail leaves Hendon on its way to Windsor. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Forces Aircraft
28th September 1912: Naval and military aircraft in a line on the airfield at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Monoplane In Flight
25th September 1913: The American monoplane flown by W L Brock at the International Air Race at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Aerial Derby
6th June 1914: Louis Noel, the winner at the Aerial Derby at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Air Race At Hendon
August 1913: Pilots Birchenough and Carr flying Grahame-White biplanes in the final race at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Hendon Aerodrome
22nd July 1911: Spectators watching a competitor arriving at Hendon during the Daily Mail Round Britain Air Race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Aerial Derby
September 1913: A view of the motors in the enclosure at the Aerial Derby in Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Aerial Derby
20th September 1913: Aerial Derby in Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Channel Flight
21st May 1914: Aviator Princess Ludwig of Lowenstein-Wertheim in the skies above Hendon, during her flight across the English Channel. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Pterodactyl Plane
2nd July 1926: A tailless plane, the Pterodactyl in flight during rehearsals for the Royal Air Force Display and Pageant at Hendon, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Dunne Biplane
The John William Dunne D8 biplane in flight during trials at Hendon. The aircraft flew from Eastchurch to Paris in 1913. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Grahame-White
Claude Grahame-White, winner of the first International Air Race at Hendon, passing over waiting monoplanes at the meet. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Car Sale
March 1919: A motor sale at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Air Race
25th September 1913: Claude Grahame White in the First International Air Race at Hendon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The Paddock at Hendon

SBAC show at Hendon

A Bleriot at the second marker, Aerial derby, Hendon
A BlÚ▓®ot at the second marker, Aerial derby, Hendon, June 1912

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Hendon c.1913. From left: Breguet, Avro 500 and Morane. Date: circa 1913

A Bleriot at the first marker, Aerial derby, Hendon
A BlÚ▓®ot at the first marker, Aerial derby, Hendon, June 1912

Start of the speed handicap final at the aerial derby, Hendon, 8 June 1912. From left: Cody (Michelin Cup Biplane), Raynham (ABC Burgess-Wright) and Turner (Grahame-White Biplane)

The prototype Fairey Night Bomber was later renamed Hendon, K1695, and three Fairey Gordon Is on the Great West aerodrome

Hawker Hart II, G-ABMR, in post-war racing colours. This aircraft is currently on display at the RAF Museum, Hendon, registered J9941

Albatross B1 at Hendon in June 1914. Date: 1914

Mrs Cheridah de Beauvoir Stocks in 1912, the second woman to obtain a Royal Aero Club Pilots Certificate, Number 153 (awarded on 7 November 1911), at Hendon. Date: 1912

Maurice Farman S7 Longhorn, 19, Mr Castle, the Daily Mirror photographer, starting a flight at Hendon

Percival Q6, G-AFFD, of The Yorkshire Aeroplane Club, at the 50 Years of Flying Display at Hendon in 1951

The first Avro 557 Ava, N171, at the RAF display at Hendon in July 1926

The first Avro 557 Ava, N171, in the New Types Park at the RAF display at Hendon in July 1926

The prototype de Havilland DH91 Albatross, E2, at Hendon

Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) at Hendon alongside his Deperdussin. Date: 1919

John Marten Rush Cripps (1887 -1950)
John Marten Rush Cripps (8 December 1887 to 1950) was awarded Pilots Certificate No698 for qualification at the Grahame-White School, Hendon, on 2 December 1913. Date: 1950

Britains first aerial mail arrives at Windsor. The Postmaster of Windsor hands letters to a postman for delivery. Gustav Hamel, who brought the mail from Hendon

Westland-Hill Pterodactyl IV K1947 at Hendon in 1933
Westland-Hill Pterodactyl IV, K1947, at Hendon in 1933. Date: 1947

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"Hendon: A Historic Hub of Aviation Excellence" Step into the captivating world of aviation history at Hendon, a place that holds an esteemed position in the annals of flight. The Royal Air Force Display Poster from Hendon serves as a testament to its significance in showcasing the prowess and innovation of the RAF. The Hendon Aerial Pageant stands out as a remarkable event where aviation enthusiasts gathered to witness breathtaking displays of aerial acrobatics and cutting-edge aircraft technology. This extravaganza truly exemplified the spirit of adventure and daring that defined Hendon's legacy. Not only did Hendon host spectacular air shows, but it also played a vital role in shaping aviation milestones. The International Air Rally Poster from 1937 highlights how this location attracted aviators from around the globe, fostering international camaraderie and pushing boundaries in airborne exploration. Delving deeper into its historical importance, we discover records documenting Hendon's contribution to establishing the first UK aerial mail service. These pioneering efforts revolutionized communication by air, forever changing how we connect across vast distances. Airmail postcards at Gamages in London became tokens of this revolutionary era, not just about flying high; it also ensured safety on land with its dedicated fire brigade - later becoming part of Middlesex Fire Brigade. Their unwavering commitment protected both aircraft and personnel, reinforcing their crucial role within this vibrant aviation community. With each Royal Air Force Display Poster proudly displayed at Hendon, visitors are transported back to moments when dreams took flight against blue skies filled with awe-inspiring machines, and is here that history echoes through time, reminding us all of humanity's relentless pursuit for progress and our unyielding fascination with conquering new horizons. Come explore Hendon's rich heritage - an extraordinary tapestry woven with courage, innovation, and passion for flight - where legends were born amidst roaring engines and soaring wingspan.