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The wireless transmission room at Croydon Aerodrome, south London, 1928, (1935). Creator: Unknown
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The wireless transmission room at Croydon Aerodrome, south London, 1928, (1935). Creator: Unknown
The wireless transmission room at Croydon Aerodrome, south London, 1928, (1935). A view of a wireless transmission room, whence contacts can be made with pilots in the air as to direction and weather conditions. From " The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures". [Odhams Press Ltd. London, 1935]
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The Wireless Transmission Room at Croydon Aerodrome, South London, 1928 (1935)
EDITORS COMMENTS
. Step back in time to the dawn of aviation and witness the marvels of early air traffic control. This print captures a moment frozen in history - the bustling wireless transmission room at Croydon Aerodrome in 1928. As you gaze upon this image, you are transported to an era where communication with pilots soaring through the skies was a groundbreaking feat. The room is filled with men diligently working amidst a sea of wires and control panels, their headphones securely fastened as they navigate the complexities of directing aircraft. This snapshot from "The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures" offers a glimpse into the technological innovation that revolutionized air transport during this period. It highlights how radio technology enabled crucial contact between ground staff and pilots regarding direction and weather conditions. Intriguingly mysterious due to its unknown creator, this photograph encapsulates an important chapter in British aviation history. It symbolizes not only progress but also dedication; it represents countless hours spent by these unsung heroes who played an instrumental role in ensuring safe flights for all those who took to the skies. Immerse yourself in this atmospheric scene from yesteryear – a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance that paved the way for modern air travel as we know it today.
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