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The airship that launches airplanes (colour litho)
2777755 The airship that launches airplanes (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The airship that launches airplanes. A curious experiment took place at the Pulham airfield (England). The R 33 airship, in full flight, launched two aircraft, which were insured alongside it, and which happily took the airways immediately by their own means. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 21 November 1926.); © Look and Learn
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Aerodrome Aeroplane Aeroplanes Aerostat Air Vehicle Airfraft Airplane Airplanes Airship Airships Aviator Aviators Blimp Champion Dirigible Dirigibles Experiment Experimenting Experiments Fighter Aircraft Fighter Pilots Modern Modernity Modernization Motor Plane Novelty Pilot Pilots Plane Planes Scientific Enquiry Skies Squadron Zeppelin Zeppelins Achille Beltrame Beltrame Achille 1871 1945
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The Airship that Launches Airplanes - A Glimpse into Aviation's Curious Experiment
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. This photo print, titled "The Airship that Launches Airplanes" offers a fascinating glimpse into a unique aviation experiment. Captured in vibrant color lithography by the talented artist Achille Beltrame, this image showcases an extraordinary event at the Pulham airfield in England. In 1926, amidst the backdrop of modernity and scientific inquiry, the R 33 airship took flight with two airplanes securely attached to its side. These aircraft were insured alongside the airship itself and embarked on their own independent journeys through the skies as soon as they were released. This daring feat of innovation and bravery marked a significant milestone in aviation history. Beltrame's illustration for Courier Sunday on November 21st captures this momentous occasion with great detail and artistic finesse. The image portrays not only the awe-inspiring sight of airplanes soaring freely but also highlights the ingenuity behind this experimental endeavor. With elements such as dirigibles, zeppelins, pilots, and aerodromes adorning this artwork, it encapsulates both British pride and European advancements in aircraft technology during that era. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and determination to push boundaries beyond what was previously thought possible. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from our private collection, we are reminded of how far aviation has come since those early days of exploration. It stands as an enduring symbol of progress and reminds us that even seemingly impossible dreams can take flight when fueled by ambition and innovation.
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