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BOAC VC10 seen here on the apron at Khartoum after completing a proving flight
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BOAC VC10 seen here on the apron at Khartoum after completing a proving flight
BOAC VC10 seen here on the apron at Khartoum after completing a proving flight from London Heathrow. 1st February 1964
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Africa Airline Control Tower Ground Crew Sixties British Overseas Airways Corporation Sudan
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Step back in time to the 1960s with this print from Memory Lane Prints. The image showcases a BOAC VC10 aircraft resting on the apron at Khartoum Airport, Sudan, after successfully completing a proving flight all the way from London Heathrow on 1st February 1964. The sleek and powerful jet stands tall against the backdrop of an African sky, representing an era when air travel was still a marvel and symbolized progress. The British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) logo proudly adorns the aircraft's tail, reminding us of its prestigious lineage. Intriguingly, our focus is not solely on the magnificent plane but also on the bustling activity surrounding it. Ground crew members can be seen meticulously attending to their duties while a control tower looms in the background, overseeing every movement with precision. This photograph captures both the excitement and professionalism that defined aviation during this period. It transports us to a time when air travel was synonymous with adventure and possibility – where journeys across continents were no longer just dreams but tangible realities. Whether you are an aviation enthusiast or simply appreciate moments frozen in time, this stunning print will undoubtedly evoke nostalgia for an era long gone by.
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