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Viscount Swinton, left, and Frederick Handley Page inspe?
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Viscount Swinton, left, and Frederick Handley Page inspe?
Viscount Swinton, left, and Frederick Handley Page inspect a Kay Gyroplane at the 1938 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at the Fairey Aviation Aerodrome, Great West Road, Hayes, Middlesex, on 8 May
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1938 Aerodrome Fairey Frederick Handley Inspect Swinton Viscount Aeronautics Gyroplane
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In this photograph from the archives, Viscount Swinton, a prominent figure in British politics, is seen engaging in a fascinating conversation with aviation pioneer, Frederick Handley Page, as they inspect a Kay Gyroplane at the 1938 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party. The event took place at Fairey Aviation Aerodrome, located on the Great West Road in Hayes, Middlesex, on 8 May. The Kay Gyroplane, an innovative aircraft of its time, was a precursor to the modern helicopter, featuring a gyroscopic rotor that provided lift and directional control. The machine, with its distinctive design and futuristic appearance, drew the attention of many at the garden party, including Viscount Swinton and Handley Page. Handley Page, a renowned British aircraft designer and manufacturer, was a pioneer in the aviation industry, having founded Handley Page Ltd. in 1907. His company produced a diverse range of aircraft, from biplanes to bombers, and was a significant contributor to the British war effort during World War I and II. Viscount Swinton, born Arthur Balfour Swinton, was a British politician and statesman, who served as the Secretary of State for Air from 1931 to 1935. His presence at the garden party underscores the importance of aviation in British society during the late 1930s. The photograph captures a moment of curiosity and discovery, as two influential figures of their time explore the innovative technology that would shape the future of aviation. The Kay Gyroplane, a symbol of progress and ingenuity, stands as a testament to the spirit of innovation that drove the aeronautical industry forward during this era.
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