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This image features a vintage advertisement for the Short Sealand amphibian aircraft, with the tagline "Yes, but you can land here. " The ad emphasizes the versatility of the aircraft in being able to operate in areas where traditional planes cannot. It showcases an aerial view of a rugged landscape with winding rivers and no clear runway, suggesting that this is terrain unsuitable for conventional airplanes. However, it highlights that the Sealand amphibian plane can successfully touch down on water surfaces. The text below further explains that while such territory might be problematic for ordinary aircraft due to its challenging topography (like Greenland), it is not an issue for this particular model. The ad boasts about passenger comfort and freight capabilities as well as its suitability for areas where flight and passenger carriage are otherwise impracticable by normal aircraft. At the bottom right corner, there's additional information about Shorts Brothers & Harland Ltd. , indicating they are manufacturers of seaplanes located at Queen's Island Belfast. There's also mention of their London office address on Grosvenor Street. Overall, this advertisement from Shorts aims to promote confidence in their Sealand Amphibian as a reliable solution for air travel and transport needs in remote or inaccessible regions.
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