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Pilot and 40 passengers after a flight at 6, 500ft in a Handley Page aeroplane. Cricklewood Aerodrome, 15 November 1918. The pilot, in flying kit, is Mr Prodger and Mr Handley Page is to his left. Date: 1918
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This photograph captures the moment of celebration and camaraderie following a successful flight aboard a Handley Page Type O biplane at Cricklewood Aerodrome on 15 November 1918. The dapper pilot, identified as Mr. Prodger, stands proudly at the helm, clad in his flying gear, with a sense of accomplishment and pride. To his left, Sir Frederick Handley Page, the visionary aircraft designer and founder of Handley Page Ltd., shares in the excitement of the achievement. The 40 passengers, dressed in their finest attire, beam with joy and relief as they disembark from the aircraft, having reached an impressive altitude of 6,500 feet. The Handley Page Type O biplane, a testament to the ingenuity and progress of aeronautical engineering during the era, had proven its worth once again. The photograph offers a glimpse into the thrill of early aviation, as well as the sense of community and collaboration that defined the pioneering days of flight. The Handley Page Type O biplane, with its distinctive design and impressive capabilities, was a symbol of innovation and progress, paving the way for future advancements in air travel.
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