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Air mail leaving Croydon for Karachi, India 1929

Air mail leaving Croydon for Karachi, India 1929


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Air mail leaving Croydon for Karachi, India 1929

The first air mail service between Croydon, England and Karachi, India. Inaugurated by Armstrong-Siddeley Argosy air liner of Imperial Airways, arriving on 6 April. Date: 30 March 1929

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Airmail Airways Argosy Armstrong Basel Basle Communication Croydon Karachi Leaving Mail Postal Siddeley 1929


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This photograph captures the historic moment of the first air mail departure from Croydon, England, en route to Karachi, India on March 30, 1929. The Armstrong-Siddeley Argosy air liner of Imperial Airways, a pioneering aviation company, is seen taking off from Croydon Aerodrome, located in the outskirts of London. The Argosy, a twin-engine biplane, was the chosen aircraft for this groundbreaking air mail service, inaugurated just a few days prior on April 6. The 1920s marked a significant turning point in communication and transportation as air travel began to challenge the dominance of sea and land transportation. This first air mail service between Europe and Asia represented a major milestone in aviation history, reducing the time it took to deliver mail and other essential items between the two continents from weeks to just a few days. The Argosy, with its distinctive design and powerful engines, is shown here ascending into the clear blue sky, leaving behind a trail of smoke and the bustling Croydon Aerodrome. The image is a testament to the spirit of innovation and adventure that characterized the early days of aviation. The city of Basel, Switzerland, and Basle, Switzerland, are also connected to this event as the Armstrong-Siddeley Argosy was manufactured there. The Argosy played a crucial role in the development of Imperial Airways' long-haul services, paving the way for the modern airline industry.

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