Brancker Collection

Lady members of the Heston Park flying club
A 3000 mile holiday tour by air by members of the Heston Park flying club, including a number of women pilots, set out from Heston Air Park (Aerodrome) in twenty aircraft

Major-General Sefton Brancker, RAF
Major-General Sir William Sefton Brancker (1877-1930), civil aviation pioneer, portrayed by Lieutenant Percival Anderson during the First World War when he was Comptroller-General of Equipment

Victory Ball at the Albert Hall, end of WW1
Prominent members of society and notable personalities, pictured in fancy dress at the famous Victory Ball, held at the Royal Albert Hall in November 1918 to celebrate the end of the First World War

Mrs Brancker 1925 Africa
Mrs. Brancker[?]. 1925, Africa

Major-General W. S. Brancker
Major-General Sir William Sefton Brancker (1877-1930), civil aviation pioneer, portrayed by Lieutenant Percival Anderson during the First World War when he was Comptroller-General of Equipment

Glass slide (cracked) of AVM Sir Sefton Brancker KCB
Glass slide (cracked) of AVM Sir Sefton Brancker, KCB, AFC, FRAeS, 1877-1930, right, RAeS Chairman 1925-1926 and RAeS President 1926-1927. Date: 1930

Portrait of AVM Sir Sefton Brancker KCB
AVM Sir Sefton Brancker, KCB, AFC, FRAeS, 1877-1930, RAeS Chairman 1925-1926 and RAeS President 1926-1927. Date: 1930

Louis Bleriot is greeted on his arrival on Swinton Down
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Maj Gen Brancker Controller General of Equipment at 8000f
Maj Gen Brancker, Controller General of Equipment, at 8, 000ft in an Armstrong Whitworth manufactured BE2c, 2026

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"Brancker: A Legacy of Aviation Pioneers and Victorious Celebrations" In the aftermath of World War I, amidst a sea of jubilation at the Victory Ball held in London's prestigious Albert Hall, one name echoed through the halls - Brancker. This was not just any ordinary name; it represented a family deeply intertwined with aviation history. Lady members of the Heston Park flying club proudly showcased their passion for flight, embodying the spirit that would define this remarkable lineage. At its helm stood Major-General Sefton Brancker, an esteemed figure in the Royal Air Force (RAF), whose contributions to aviation were unparalleled. But he was not alone in his pursuit. Major-General W. S. Brancker shared his surname and dedication to advancing aerial technology. Together, they formed a formidable force propelling aviation into new heights. The year 1925 witnessed Mrs. Brancker embarking on an adventure across Africa – a testament to her adventurous spirit and love for exploration. As she traversed untamed landscapes, she carried with her memories that would forever be etched into history. Among these cherished mementos was a glass slide cracked but still preserving moments frozen in time - AVM Sir Sefton Brancker KCB himself captured within its fragile frame. His portrait spoke volumes about his unwavering commitment to progress and innovation within aviation. Meanwhile, another portrait depicted Air Vice-Marshal Sir W. Sefton Brancker - evidence of how this illustrious family continued shaping aviation long after their predecessors' triumphs had faded away. Their influence extended beyond familial ties as well; Louis Bleriot himself received grand greetings upon landing on Swinton Down – an homage to both his own achievements and those who paved the way before him. Maj Gen Brancker assumed leadership as Controller General of Equipment at 8000 feet above ground level – overseeing advancements that propelled aircraft capabilities forward while ensuring safety remained paramount.