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De Havilland 89 Dragon Rapide - City of Birmingham, c1935
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De Havilland 89 Dragon Rapide - City of Birmingham, c1935
Part of the Railway Air Service fleet
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 8382220
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This stunning photograph captures the sleek lines and elegant design of the De Havilland 89 Dragon Rapide, with the registration number G-ACZJ and the nickname "City of Birmingham," as it prepares for takeoff during the 1930s. The Dragon Rapide was a popular aircraft of its time, known for its versatility and reliability, and was a staple of both private and military aviation. This particular aircraft was part of the Railway Air Service fleet, a pioneering organization that provided air transport services to the British railway system. The Railway Air Service was established in 1934, with the aim of improving the efficiency and convenience of travel by integrating air and rail transport. The Dragon Rapide was an ideal choice for this purpose, as it was able to land on short runways and could carry up to nine passengers, making it well-suited for connecting remote railway stations with larger airports. The photograph captures the aircraft's distinctive features, including its streamlined fuselage, fixed tricycle landing gear, and twin engines. The Dragon Rapide was also notable for its advanced design features for the time, such as retractable landing gear and a fully enclosed cabin. The image also provides a glimpse into the past, with the aircraft surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky. The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era, when air travel was a new and exciting frontier, and the possibilities seemed endless. Today, the De Havilland 89 Dragon Rapide is remembered as a symbol of innovation and progress, and this photograph serves as a reminder of the important role it played in the history of aviation.
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