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Engineers laying a new electric cable at Croydon Airport
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Engineers laying a new electric cable at Croydon Airport
Engineers laying a new electric cable at Croydon Airport in March 1935. Among the aircraft in the background are Boulton & Paul P71A, G-ACOX, Boadicea, of Imperial Airways; Short L17, G-ACJJ, Scylla; de Havilland DH86, G-ACVZ, Jupiter, of Railway Air Services and Avro 652, G-ACRN, Ava. Date: 1935
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Airport Airways Among Boadicea Boulton Cable Croydon Electric Engineers Laying 1935 Short
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In this evocative photograph taken at Croydon Airport in March 1935, a team of engineers is seen meticulously laying a new electric cable on the airfield. The image captures a moment of technical precision and innovation, as the engineers work to modernize the airport's infrastructure to support the growing aviation industry. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, with a diverse range of aircraft types visible in the background. Among them are the Boulton & Paul P71A, registration G-ACOX, and the Boadicea, a biplane airliner of Imperial Airways. The Short L17, G-ACJJ, Scylla, a flying boat, and the de Havilland DH86, G-ACVZ, Jupiter, of Railway Air Services, are also visible. In the foreground, an Avro 652, G-ACRN, Ava, can be seen taxing on the runway. The presence of these iconic aircraft underscores the significance of Croydon Airport as a major hub for air transport in the 1930s. The new electric cable being laid is a testament to the airport's commitment to keeping up with the latest technological advancements and ensuring safe and efficient operations for the ever-expanding fleet of aircraft. The engineers' focused attention to their task highlights the importance of the unsung heroes behind the scenes, whose work ensured that the aviation industry continued to thrive. This photograph is a captivating reminder of a bygone era, when the future of transportation was taking flight.
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