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Route planning JLP01_08_049267b
FILTON AIRFIELD, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE. Two men, one holding a camera, conferring over maps beside a helicopter at Filton Airfield.
The helicopter in this photographer may be a Bristol Sycamore, built by the Bristol Aeroplane Company
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1950s Helicopter People Transport Aerial Photography
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1950s at Filton Airfield in South Gloucestershire. Two men, deeply engrossed in their route planning, stand beside a magnificent helicopter. One of them holds a camera, ready to capture every moment of their aerial adventure. The helicopter featured here is believed to be the iconic Bristol Sycamore, an engineering marvel crafted by the renowned Bristol Aeroplane Company. Its sleek design and powerful rotors symbolize progress and innovation in aviation during that era. As they huddle over maps spread out on the hood of a vehicle nearby, these two individuals epitomize determination and precision. Their mission: to chart new territories from above and document unseen perspectives through aerial photography. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also represents the spirit of exploration that defined post-war Britain. It reminds us of how far we have come in terms of transportation technology while honoring those who paved the way for modern aviation. Thanks to A© Historic England Archive's preservation efforts, this image serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and showcases the passion behind human ingenuity. Let it inspire us all to reach new heights both literally and metaphorically as we navigate our own journeys through life.
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