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This is a vintage black and white advertisement for BP (British Petroleum) Aviation Spirit, emphasizing reliability as the key quality that pilots depend on. The ad features an illustration of a pilot in an open cockpit biplane, suggesting the adventurous and demanding nature of early aviation where dependable fuel was critical. The text highlights that "BP" Aviation Spirit is made at Llandarcy in South Wales from Persian Crude Oil, which is touted as one of the richest crude oils in the world. It also mentions that 1, 000 laboratory tests are conducted each year to ensure uniformity and prevent mishaps caused by faulty aviation spirit. At the bottom left corner, there's a prompt to "Look for this label, " accompanied by an image of a BP label indicating 'AVIATION SPIRIT'. Below the main body of text is information about British Petroleum Company Limited with their address at 22 Fenchurch Street London E. C. 3. , noting they are part of Anglo-Persian Oil Co. Ltd. The closing line encourages readers to try "BP" Aviation Spirit in their motor cycle [sic] to realize its capabilities, implying that not only aviators but also motorcyclists can benefit from this high-quality fuel product. Overall, it conveys a message about trustworthiness and performance aimed at those who require reliable fuel for their vehicles or aircraft during an era when such qualities were paramount for safety and efficiency.
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