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Refuelling aloft by G. H. Davis
Refuelling aloft -- a device which enables transatlantic flying boats to carry a much increased payload. How Imperial Airways transatlantic flying boats are refuelled in the air: the flying boat making contact with the tanker plane in the air, and receiving the fuel through a hose. Date: 1939
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Airways Contact Davis Device Fuel Hose Increased Payload Refuelled Refuelling Section Tanker Transatlantic
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Refuelling Aloft: A Revolutionary Solution for Transatlantic Flying Boats by G.H. Davis (1939) This image by renowned photographer G.H. Davis depicts a pivotal moment in the history of aviation: the refuelling of a transatlantic flying boat in mid-air. The innovation of air-to-air refuelling allowed these flying boats to significantly increase their payload capacity, revolutionizing long-distance air travel. In the photograph, we see a flying boat skillfully making contact with a tanker plane in the air. The two aircraft, suspended in the vast expanse of the sky, are connected by a long, flexible fuel hose. The intricate process of transferring fuel from one aircraft to another unfolds in this cross-section view, showcasing the ingenuity and precision required to execute such a feat. The year is 1939, and the era of transatlantic flying boats was in full swing. Imperial Airways, a pioneering force in aviation, was at the forefront of this technological advancement. The ability to refuel in the air eliminated the need for lengthy layovers at land-based refuelling stations, making transatlantic flights more efficient and time-saving. This photograph, a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of progress, offers a glimpse into the history of air travel and the groundbreaking innovations that shaped the way we explore the world from the sky.
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