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An Armstrong Whitworth AW-154 Argosy, City of Glasgow of Imperial Airways
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An Armstrong Whitworth AW-154 Argosy, City of Glasgow of Imperial Airways
An Armstrong Whitworth AW-154 Argosy, City of Glasgow of Imperial Airways; a three-engine that could carry 20 passengers.
She left Croydon on 5 May and arrived in Darwin, Australia on 24 May, a flight of 11, 000 miles; she was the first woman to make the trip alone.
Photographed here at Croydon Aerodrome on Monday 4th August 1930, it brought Amy Johnson back to the UK after her recording breaking solo flight
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This print captures the iconic Armstrong Whitworth AW-154 Argosy, City of Glasgow, belonging to Imperial Airways. With its three powerful engines and a capacity to carry 20 passengers, this aircraft was truly a marvel of its time. The significance of this particular flight cannot be overstated - on May 5th, it embarked on an extraordinary journey from Croydon in the UK and arrived in Darwin, Australia on May 24th. Covering an astonishing distance of 11,000 miles, it marked a groundbreaking achievement for aviation history. What makes this feat even more remarkable is that Amy Johnson piloted the plane alone; she became the first woman ever to accomplish such a solo trip. In this photograph taken at Croydon Aerodrome on August 4th, 1930, we witness the triumphant return of Amy Johnson after her record-breaking flight. The image showcases not only the awe-inspiring aircraft but also highlights the jubilant atmosphere as crowds gather around to welcome back their fearless aviatrix. Transporting us back to the golden era of aviation in the 1930s, this print encapsulates both adventure and innovation. It serves as a timeless reminder of human determination and courage that pushed boundaries beyond imagination during those early days of flying.
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