Home > Mary Evans Prints Online > Royal Aeronautical Society > Photographic
The R101 airship during construction
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
The R101 airship during construction
The R101 airship during construction showing the structure and a partially inflated gasbag
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 9893481
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10841444
Airship Inflated Partially R101
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the intricate construction process of the R101 airship, a pioneering achievement in aviation history. The image, taken during the assembly stage, showcases the impressive structure of the airship's hull and the partially inflated gasbag. The R101, a rigid airship, was a British transatlantic passenger and cargo aircraft, designed to revolutionize long-distance air travel. The hull, made of duralumin alloy, is visible in its skeletal form, with the framework of the gondola and the control car clearly discernible. The gondola housed the crew and passengers, while the control car contained the flight deck and navigation equipment. The structure's complexity is evident, with various support beams, braces, and struts holding the airship together. The partially inflated gasbag, a critical component of the airship's design, is shown in the background. The gasbag, filled with hydrogen, provided the lift necessary for the R101 to fly. The bag's shape is not yet fully defined, as it is still being shaped and adjusted by the workers. The R101 was a groundbreaking aircraft, representing the pinnacle of airship technology in the 1930s. Its construction was a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of aviation advancements. This photograph serves as a fascinating reminder of the intricacies involved in building such a remarkable machine, and the sense of wonder and excitement that surrounded the golden age of airship travel.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
