Boac Collection

Short Solent Passener Flying Boat - Victoria Falls - Zambesi
A Short Solent Passenger Flying Boat (G-AHIN) close to the Victoria Falls on the Zambesi River - Zimbabwe (then Southern Rhodesia). Date: circa 1949

Boeing 377 Stratocruiser - BOAC taxying

Boeing 707-436 G-APFE BOAC Tokyo 1965
Boeing 707-436 G-APFE of BOAC at Tokyo Haneda Airport in Japan on 3 August 1965 Date: 1965

Avro York C1 G-AGNN BOAC
A BOAC aircraft until sold to British South American Airways in 1947. Named Madras while at BOAC it was renamed Star Crest at BSa. It flew again with BOAC and then Skyways of London. Date: 1946

Vickers Super VC10 G-ASGO in BOAC markings
Vickers Super VC10, G-ASGO, in BOAC markings

Boeing Stratocruiser G-ANUB West African London Airport
Ex BOAC Stratocruiser Calypso in West African Airways livery Date: 1958

British Airways Concorde G-BOAC takes-off - Heathrow
British Airways Concorde, G-BOAC, takes-off from London Heathrow Airport at 13.01 hours on 24 May 1976 on its first commercial flight to the US. Date: 1976

Bristol B-175 Britannia 102
A Boac Bristol B-175 Britannia 102 Parked (Msn 12904) Date: 1950s

Concorde 204 G-BOAC in takes-off
Concorde 204, G-BOAC, in takes-off

The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 G-APDA of BOAC
The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4, G-APDA, of BOAC, at Hatfield on the day of its first flight, 27 April 1958. Date: 1958

Poster, Fly to India by BOAC. circa 1950

Boeing Stratocruiser G-ANTY BOAC London Airport
BOAC Stratocruiser Coriolanus joined the fleet in 1954 flying the transatlantic route. In 1959 Coriolanus flew the final scheduled Stratocruiser service

Boeing Stratocruiser G-AKGH Caledonia of BOAC in flight
Boeing Stratocruiser, G-AKGH, Caledonia, of BOAC. In flight

Consolidated B-24A LB-30B Liberator III / 3
Boac Consolidated B-24 Lb-30 Liberator Freighter Parked Exal592 Date: 1940s

Boeing Stratocruiser G-AKGK BOAC, London Airport
The instantly recognisable fuselage shape of the Boeing 377 Stratocruiser. Canopus was one of the more famous BOAC Stratocruisers operating on the between 1950 and 1959

A Boeing 377-10-28 Stratocruiser G-ALSD Cassiopeia of BOA
A Boeing 377-10-28 Stratocruiser, G-ALSD, Cassiopeia, of BOAC at the 1954 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at London Airport. Date: 1954

de Havilland Mosquito FBVI G-AGGD of BOAC landing
de Havilland Mosquito FBVI, G-AGGD, of BOAC coming in to land in October 1943. Date: 1943

Comet airliner (first in service). BOAC. c.1949 Date: circa 1949

Poster, Experienced Travellers Fly British - BOAC and BEA offer services to and from nearly 70 countries Date: circa 1955

The Vickers VC 10 built for B. O. A. C. by British Aircraft Corporation
The Vickers VC 10 built for B.O.A.C. by British Aircraft Corporation and powered by Rolls-Royce Conway engines. Date: circa 1963

The flight crew of a BOAC VC10 make preparations for landing at Khartoum airport, during a proving flight to Sudan 1st February 1964

Poster, BOAC takes good care of you
Poster, BOAC (British Overseas Airways Corporation) takes good care of you. 20th century

Bristol Britannia 102 G-ANBA BOAC Singapore 1957
Bristol Britannia 102 G-ANBA of BOAC at Singapore on 9 December 1957 Date: 1957

Vickers VC10 G-ARTA BOAC prototype Farnborough 1962
Vickers VC10 G-ARTA BOAC prototype taking off at first public appearance at Farnborough Air Show 6 September 1962 Date: 1962

Boeing 707-436 G-APFD first BOAC 707 LAP 1960
Tail of Boeing 707-436 G-APFD first BOAC 707 delivered LAP 29 April 1960, 2 days after delivery Date: 1960

Boeing Stratocruiser G-AKGL BOAC Montego Bay
Boeing 377 Stratocruiser G-AKGL flew with BOAC from 1950 until 1958. Named Cabot it flew on the North American route for many years. Date: 1952

BEA and BOAC cargo buildings at Heathrow Airport

Bristol Britannia 312 G-AOVB of BOAC
Bristol Britannia 312, G-AOVB, of BOAC

Boeing 707-436 G-APFE BOAC LAP 1960
Boeing 707-436 G-APFE of BOAC at LAP on 16 May 1960 Date: 1960

Boeing 314A Clipper NC18607 of Pan American Airways
Boeing 314A Clipper, NC18607, of Pan American Airways was sold to BOAC to become G-AGBZ, Bristol

Vickers VC10 G-ARVA in BOAC markings
Vickers VC10, G-ARVA, in BOAC markings

Bristol Britannias of BOAC

Poster, Fly BOAC to the Caribbean, designed by Hayes. circa 1950s

Boarding a Boac 707
Passengers boarding a BOAC 707 aeroplane at Piarco Airport. Trinidad, West Indies. Date: late 1960s

Short Sunderland III G-AGKW Hotspur of BOAC
Short Sunderland III, G-AGKW, Hotspur, of BOAC

Vickers VC10 G-ARVJ in BOAC markings taking off
Vickers VC10, G-ARVJ, in BOAC markings, taking off from London Airport in 1965. Date: 1965

Canadair C-4 G-ALHG Aurora of BOAC
Canadair C-4, G-ALHG, Aurora, of BOAC

Client: Tricosa - location: BOAC Terminal
Client: Tricosa - Beige White Suit - location: BOAC Terminal - November 1956 (Agency: S. C. Peacock) Shoot date: November 28, 1956 Date: 1956

1967 United States Grand Prix
Watkins Glen, New York, USA. 30/9-1/10 1967. Jackie Stewart (BRM P115). Ref: 67USA01. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

1967 United States Grand Prix
Watkins Glen, New York, USA. 30/9-1/10 1967. John Surtees (Honda RA300). Ref: 67USA28. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

1960's Vintage BOAC Airline Poster for Caribbean fly BOAC with colorful dancer in typical Caribbean festive dress

BOAC Steward and Stewardess serving drinks during a proving flight between Heathrow and Khartoum. 1st February 1964

Marlon Brando arrives at Heathrow Airport in London, to take part in a television programme dealing with American race problem

The British Lions rugby union team pose on the steps of their plane before leaving for South Africa. 12th May 1968

Pregnant Guppy N1024V under construction with On Mark Engineering at LAX - March 1962. the conversion was carried out in stages

Vickers Super VC-10
Artists-Impression of a Future Super Vc-10 Airliner Concept - 10 of Which Were Ordered by Boac in June 1960 Date: 1960

Bristol B-175 Britannia 300
The First Boac Bristol Britannia Series 300 Date: 1950s

Captain Gilbert Rae, BOAC Mosquito pilot, World War II. c1939-c1944 (1946). Creator: Unknown
Captain Gilbert Rae, BOAC Mosquito pilot, World War II. c1939-c1944 (1946). Capt Gilbert Rae, BOAC Mosquito pilot, who later lost his life on the Stockholm run

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"BOAC: A Legacy of Aviation Excellence" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the golden era of aviation with BOAC, the British Overseas Airways Corporation. From their iconic Boeing 707-436 G-APFE taking flight over Tokyo in 1965 to the majestic British Airways Concorde G-BOAC soaring through the skies at Heathrow, it has left an indelible mark on aviation history. Relive the glamour and luxury aboard the Boeing Stratocruiser G-ANUB as it graces West African London Airport, exuding elegance from every angle. Watch in awe as the Boeing 377 Stratocruiser taxis gracefully on its way, a true testament to BOAC's commitment to excellence. Experience a taste of adventure with the Avro York C1 G-AGNN as it embarks on a journey beyond boundaries. The Short Solent Passenger Flying Boat takes you on an unforgettable voyage above Victoria Falls and along Zambesi River - a truly breathtaking experience. Witness innovation at its finest with Vickers Super VC10 G-ASGO proudly donning BOAC markings. This aircraft showcases both style and efficiency, embodying BOAC's dedication to pushing boundaries. The Concorde 204 G-BOAC makes its presence known as it confidently takes off into new horizons. Its sleek design represents not only technological advancement but also symbolizes ambition and progress. Travel back in time with vintage posters inviting you to "Fly to India by BOAC, " capturing your imagination and igniting wanderlust within your soul. Marvel at Bristol B-175 Britannia 102, a true workhorse that served faithfully under BOAC's banner for years. Finally, pay homage to where it all began - witness the first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 G-APDA take flight under BOAC's watchful eye. This historic moment marked a turning point in aviation, forever changing the way we travel.