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Bluebird at Cape St Mary (Bathurst)
Bluebird at Cape St Mary (Bathurst). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF, for a survey flight down the West African coast, via Tangier to Bathurst, Gambia, where Short floats were fitted. After two and a half months in Sierra Leone the metal airframe had corroded beyond repair. Date: 1931
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1931 Abgf Bathurst Blackburn Bluebird Cape Delphine Hanworth Pilot Pudney Reynolds Survey Miss
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.6cm x 35cm (23.5" x 13.8")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 42.6cm (23.5" x 16.8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Bluebird at Cape St Mary (Bathurst), 1931: A Historic Moment in Aviation History This photograph captures the moment when Miss Delphine Reynolds and her fearless pilot, W.G. Pudney, touched down at Cape St Mary (Bathurst), Gambia, on 1 March 1931. They had embarked on an ambitious survey flight from Hanworth, England, in the Blackburn Bluebird IV, registration number G-ABGF. Their destination was the West African coast, with plans to travel via Tangier to Bathurst. The Blackburn Bluebird IV was a remarkable aircraft for its time, designed for long-range transport and survey missions. Miss Reynolds, an intrepid explorer and pioneering aviator, and Mr. Pudney, an experienced pilot, were determined to push the boundaries of aviation and contribute to the scientific knowledge of the West African region. After an arduous two-and-a-half month journey, the metal airframe of the Bluebird IV had succumbed to the harsh conditions of the African climate. The corrosion was beyond repair, forcing the intrepid duo to abandon their aircraft at Cape St Mary. Despite this setback, their spirit remained unbroken, and they continued their mission on foot, documenting their findings and sharing their experiences with the world. This photograph serves as a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the pioneering achievements of early aviation. Miss Reynolds and Mr. Pudney's courageous journey opened the door for further exploration and advancements in aviation technology, paving the way for future expeditions and discoveries.
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