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RAF Pageant EPW018790
Filename: EPW018790.jpg
Size: 4900 x 3853 (8.1MB)
Date: 30th July 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
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RAF Pageant EPW018790
HENDON, Barnet. An Avro 504 aircraft flying very low over parked aircraft at the RAF Pageant of 1927. The parked aircraft are a Gloster Gamecock Mk.I, Short Springbock II, and Handley Page Hyderabad. Photographed by Aerofilms in July 1927. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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This print captures a thrilling moment from the RAF Pageant of 1927. The image showcases an Avro 504 aircraft defying gravity as it soars perilously low over a lineup of parked aircraft at Hendon, Barnet. The Avro's sleek biplane design is beautifully juxtaposed against the stationary Gloster Gamecock Mk. I, Short Springbock II, and Handley Page Hyderabad. Taken in July 1927 by Aerofilms, this photograph perfectly encapsulates the excitement and innovation that defined early aviation. It offers a glimpse into a time when flight was still considered an extraordinary feat, with daring pilots pushing boundaries to showcase their skills. The RAF Pageant was undoubtedly a spectacle to behold, attracting aviation enthusiasts from all walks of life. As onlookers marveled at the incredible display of aerial prowess, they couldn't help but be captivated by the Avro 504's graceful maneuvering amidst its grounded counterparts. Preserved within Historic England's archives, this remarkable image serves as a testament to our rich aviation heritage. It reminds us of how far we have come since those pioneering days while honoring the brave men and women who paved the way for modern air travel. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era where dreams took flight and possibilities seemed endless.
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