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Canvas Print : Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH and Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN
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Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH and Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN
Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH (msn WA15) at Gatwick. Built 1953 and delivered from Yeovil to Gatwick on 2 November 1954 for British European Airways. To BEA Helicopters 6 April 1964; to Autair Helicopter Services Limited on 3 February 1969; to Bristow Helicopters Ltd. 18 April 1969 and withdrawn from use on 2 September 1977. To Helicopter Museum Weston-Super-Mare.Featured in the closing scenes of The Beatles film A Hard Days Night and in You Must Be Joking in the scene where Denholm Elliot escapes from the maze. Bell 47B-3 (msn 73) G-AKFN registered to BEA on 11 September 1947; to BEA Helicopters Ltd. 6 April 1964; to Autair Limited 7 October 1964; to Farmair Limited on 19 august 1966; withdrawn from use on 30 June 1967. Date: circa 1950s-1960s
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1947 1950s 1960s 1953 1954 1964 1966 1967 1969 1977 Airways Beatles Bell Bristow Closing Days Delivered Elliot Escapes G Anfh Gatwick Hard Helicopter Helicopters Joking Maze Registered Services Westland Whirlwind Withdrawn Yeovil Must
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the thrilling history of aviation into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring iconic aircraft from the Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating duo showcases the Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH and Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN. Witness the Westland Whirlwind Series 1, G-ANFH (msn WA15), in all its glory as it gracefully touches down at Gatwick Airport in 1954, having been delivered from Yeovil just a day prior for British European Airways. In sharp contrast, the Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN stands proudly next to it, embodying the timeless elegance and versatility of this helicopter legend. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that will make these awe-inspiring images come alive in your living space. Elevate your home décor and indulge in the rich history of aviation with these exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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This photograph showcases two iconic helicopters of the past, the Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH (msn WA15) and Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN, parked at Gatwick Airport during the 1950s-1960s era. The Westland Whirlwind Series 1, G-ANFH, was built in 1953 and delivered to Gatwick for British European Airways (BEA). It later passed through various hands, including BEA Helicopters, Autair Helicopter Services, and Bristow Helicopters, before being retired and preserved at The Helicopter Museum in Weston-Super-Mare. This historic helicopter gained fame as it featured in the closing scenes of The Beatles film "A Hard Day's Night" and in the scene where Denholm Elliot escapes from the maze in "You Must Be Joking." The Bell 47B-3, G-AKFN, was registered to BEA in 1947 and joined the BEA Helicopters fleet in 1964. Its ownership then transferred to Autair Limited, Farmair Limited, and was eventually withdrawn from use in 1967. This Bell 47B-3 helicopter holds a significant place in aviation history, having been a part of the evolution of helicopter transportation during the mid-20th century.
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