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It is a long wait for planes at Gatwick airport, due to fog
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It is a long wait for planes at Gatwick airport, due to fog
It is a long wait for planes at Gatwick airport, due to fog, the only aerodrome open for the air liners in London, the queues grew all day long. 6th December 1962
Freddie Reed
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM Q9909
Media ID 21803551
© Mirrorpix
1962 Delayed Delays Foggy Waiting West Sussex Crawley Gatwick
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This print by Freddie Reed takes us back to a foggy day in London's Gatwick airport on the 6th of December, 1962. As thick clouds of mist engulfed the runway, air travel came to a standstill, leaving passengers stranded and planes grounded. The image captures the essence of patience as weary travelers wait anxiously for their flights amidst growing queues that stretched throughout the day. Gatwick airport stands alone as the only aerodrome open for airliners in London during this weather ordeal. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and frustration as delays become inevitable due to the dense fog enveloping West Sussex. This snapshot from the 1960s transports us back to an era when air travel was still evolving, showcasing both its marvels and limitations. The photograph beautifully showcases how adverse weather conditions can disrupt even the most meticulously planned journeys. It serves as a reminder that nature has its own agenda, often reminding us of our vulnerability in face of its power. Freddie Reed's skillful composition allows us to immerse ourselves in this historical moment at Gatwick airport – capturing not just an ordinary scene but also encapsulating a sense of timelessness within it. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded that sometimes waiting patiently is all we can do when circumstances beyond our control dictate our path forward.
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