13848284

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

13848284

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

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© Aviation Ancestry

VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This vintage advertisement showcases the Westland Wessex, an aircraft celebrated for its ease of maintenance and economical running costs. The ad highlights features such as a short distance air line cruising at 100 mph with a payload of 1,250 lbs., emphasizing accessibility from the ground for overhaul. It mentions that the "Wessex" was produced for Imperial Airways and had been adopted by other airlines like SABENA and G.W.R. The image prominently displays the aircraft registration G-ACIJ, underscoring its role in connecting Birmingham to Plymouth through reliable service. This piece of historical marketing captures the essence of early commercial aviation where speed, safety, and comfort were paramount selling points.

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