Boac Collection (page 2)

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

de Havilland DH. 106 Comet 1 7610M - G-ALYT
de Havilland DH.106 Comet 1 7610M / G-ALYT (msn 6006). ex BOAC, on the apron at RAF Halton airfield, for use by apprentices as an instructional airframe. Date: 1957

Avro 688 Tudor IVB G-AHNJ Star Panther (msn 1343), ex BSAA, in storage shortly after the take-over of British South American Airways by BOAC. Date: 1950

Advert, BOAC, British Overseas Airways - It's a small world by Speedbird Date: 1948

Raymond Baxter interviewing Captain James Linton A. F. C
Raymond Baxter interviewing Captain James Linton A.F.C, a BOAC Comet pilot: discussing the recent introduction of the de Havilland Comet and Boeing 707 on trans-Atlantic airline routes

Poster, Far East, fly there by BOAC Date: 1959

Canadair C. 4 Argonaut G-ALHK BOAC London Airport Queen flew
Canadair C.4 Argonaut G-ALHK, shown in white tail livery, on which HM Queen Elizabeth arrived back from East Africa after the death of her father King George VI in January 1952 Date: 1962

Vickers Viscount 701 G-AMOG (msn 7), painted in BEA colours as part of the BOAC Collection at RAF Cosford. Date: circa 1990

Bristol 175 Britannia 312F G-AOVF (msn 13237), painted in BOAC colours in the BOAC Collection at RAF Cosford, on 4 February 1992. Date: 1992

BOAC Airliner

de Havilland DH. 106 Comet 1XB G-APAS
de Havilland DH.106 Comet 1XB G-APAS (msn 6022, ex F-BGNZ / XM823 / 8351M), at the RAF Museum Cosford / Aerospace Museum Cosford

Piccadilly Circus at night, London
Piccadilly Circus at night with illuminated advertisements. Date: circa 1956

Poster, Fly to Britain and Europe by BOAC. 1959

Aircraft pilot - People You See. From Teddy Bear (1966). Original artwork loaned for scanning by the Illustration Art Gallery. Date: 1966

Britains Civil Air Service working at Poole Harbour. Dorset. The lady is in a sailors role for this exercise. The Britains Civil Air Service (of Services)

A BOAC VC10 sitting on the apron at Heathrow airport shortly before departing on a proving flight to Khartoum in Sudan 1st February 1964

The tunnel running under the new runway extension at Manchester Airport. A BOAC 707 taxis over the underpass. 7th January 1969

The Beatles return home after successful Summer 1964 (First) US & Canada Tour, pictured at London Heathrow Airport, 22nd September 1964

The De Havilland Comet, the worlds first commercial jet airliner to reach production, is seen here in B.O.A.C. airline colours

Picture shows the first flying boat on the Thames for 21 years-passing under Tower Bridge. The visit of the BOAC short solent flying-boat to London is part of the commemoration this year of the 30th

BOAC overseas secretarys visit London. 16th November 1960

Flight engineers work on the Rolls Royce Merlin engines of a BOAC Lancastrian at Hurn Airport North-Northeast of Bournemouth, in southern England. Now called Bournemouth Airport. Circa 1946

De Havilland Comet 4 (Delta Bravo), of the B. O. A. C. airline landing at London Airport
De Havilland Comet 4 (Delta Bravo), of the B.O.A.C. airline landing at London Airport after arriving from New York. The Comet 4 set a new cross Atlantic record for civilian aircraft by flying 3

The De Havilland Comet 3 airliner of the B. O. A. C. airline
The De Havilland Comet 3 airliner of the B.O.A.C. airline, arrives at London Airport after completing a 30, 000 mile globe circling flight piloted by De Havillands chief test pilot John Cunningham

The Beatles - with stand in drummer Jimmie Nicol - return to London Heathrow Airport after 3 day tour of Denmark & Amsterdam

Vickers 953C Merchantman G-APES (msn 721, of British Airways Cargo. The Merchantman freighters were converted from passenger carrying Vanguards)

Short S. 45 Solent Mk. 3 N9946F
Short S.45 Solent Mk.3 N9946F Isle of Tahiti of South Pacific Airlines at San Francisco. Delivered to the Royal Air Force as Short Seaford I NJ203

LONDON AIRPORT 1950S
One of the B.O.A.C. Speedbird Aeroplanes of the Argonaut class being towed from the hangar at London (now Heathrow) Airport. Date: 1950s

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Philippines, Marinduque Island, Boac worshipper dressed as christ carrying cross during the moriones festival

Boeing 377 Stratocruiser
A Boac Boeing 377 Stratocruiser Named Speedbird Caledonia Flying over Cumulus Cloud Date: 1950s

Handley Page HP-81 Hermes 4 / IV
A Boac Handley Page Hp-81 Hermes 4 Named Hero, Flying over the Solent Past the Needles Rocks of the Isle of Wight Date: 1950s

Boeing 707-436
Firemen Spray Foam over the Wreck of the Boac Boeing 707-436 Registered G-Arwe Following an Emergency Crash Landing on Runway 05 at Heathrow

BOAC navigation officers drawing up a flight plan, World War II, c1939-c1944 (1946). Flight Plan. BOAC navigation officers plan an Atlantic crossing

Women aircraft maintenance and repair workers, South Wales, World War II, c1939-c1944 (1946). The women of South Wales played a skilled part in the maintenance

Back cover of Merchant Airmen, 1946. Creator: Unknown
Back cover of " Merchant Airmen", 1946. From " Merchant Airmen - The Air Ministry Account of British Civil Aviation, 1939-1944". [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1946]

Short Empire flying boat Corinthian, Alexandria, Egypt, c1938-c1941. 42 Empire class flying boats were built by Short Brothers at their factory in Rochester, Kent, the first flying in 1936

Boeing 314 Clipper G-AGBZ BOAC
One of only 12 Boeing 314 Clippers originally built for Pan Am. One of 3 sold to BOAC in 1941, Bristol flew through the war on a route from Ireland to North America via Bermuda. Date: circa 1946

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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.