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New Extended Gatwick Airport, South London 1958
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New Extended Gatwick Airport, South London 1958
Illustration by George Horace Davis, showing the transport links by road and railway to the new extended international Gatwick airport, and the 7000ft long runway with reflective lights. Queen Elizabeth II, official re-opened the new Gatwick Airport on the 9th June 1958, costing more than 7.8 million. Date: 1958
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1958 Access Airport Davis Gatwick Links Opening Places Roads Runway Section Surrey Terminal
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This illustration by George Horace Davis transports us back to 1958, showcasing the newly extended Gatwick Airport in South London, Surrey, England. The meticulously drawn image highlights the transport links connecting the airport to the bustling city of London, with an intricate network of roads and railway lines converging at the terminal. The railway station, complete with a steam train, is depicted alongside buses and cars, symbolizing the various modes of transportation available to travelers during that era. At the heart of the illustration lies the impressive 7000ft long runway, adorned with reflective lights, ready to welcome aircraft from around the world. Queen Elizabeth II, the monarch of the United Kingdom at the time, graced the airport with her presence on the 9th of June 1958, for its official re-opening. The extension and modernization of Gatwick Airport, which cost over 7.8 million pounds, marked a significant milestone in the history of air travel in the UK. This cross-sectional view offers a unique perspective, allowing us to appreciate the intricate details of the airport's infrastructure and the seamless integration of transport links. The illustration is a testament to the engineering marvels of the 1950s and serves as an intriguing reminder of the evolution of air travel and transportation systems over the past few decades.
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