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Riley Twin Navion EC-WNM
Riley D-16 Twin Navion EC-WNM, on delivery flight, at London Heathrow Airport Date: 1957
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Media ID 21130839
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1957 Airport Heathrow Navion Riley Twin Delivery
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic Riley Twin Navion EC-WNM by Mary Evans Picture Library. Captured in 1957 at London Heathrow Airport, this captivating image showcases the sleek design and timeless elegance of this classic aircraft during its delivery flight. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and art collectors alike, our museum-quality prints are professionally printed on premium archival paper and carefully packaged to ensure a long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Bring the beauty of the past into your present with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.5cm x 17.7cm (14.4" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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 stunning photograph captures the moment of arrival for the Riley Twin Navion EC-WNM, registration number G-AJXN, at London Heathrow Airport in 1957. The Riley D-16 Twin Navion, manufactured by the Riley Engine Company in the United States, was a popular light aircraft of its time, known for its sleek design and advanced avionics. The EC-WNM, specifically, was a special delivery model, making its way across the Atlantic Ocean to its new owner in Europe. In the image, we see the plane taxing along the runway, its wings glinting in the sunlight and its propellers spinning in the foreground. The pilot, dressed in a smart aviator's jacket and hat, can be seen in the cockpit, scanning the runway for a clear landing approach. Heathrow Airport, then in its infancy, was the perfect backdrop for this historic moment. The airport, which opened in 1946, was the largest and busiest airport in the UK, and the arrival of the Riley Twin Navion EC-WNM marked another milestone in the aviation industry's growth. The Riley Twin Navion was a favorite among private pilots and small aviation companies, offering a comfortable and efficient means of transportation for short to medium-range flights. Its advanced navigation systems and reliable engine made it a popular choice for those seeking to explore Europe's skies in the late 1950s. This photograph, taken on that fateful day in 1957, is a testament to the excitement and adventure of aviation in the post-war era. It captures the spirit of exploration and innovation that defined the time and serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of flight.
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