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A De Havilland D. H. 4A of Air Transport & Travel Ltd, which made the first daily
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A De Havilland D. H. 4A of Air Transport & Travel Ltd, which made the first daily
A De Havilland D.H.4A of Air Transport & Travel Ltd, which made the first daily international air, service by a British airline when it flew from Hounslow, London and Le Bourget, Paris on 25th August 1919.
These four converted WW1 bombers were used by the company and the first one completed its flight in 2 hours 30 minutes carrying a consignment of grouse, newspapers, leather and Devonshire cream along with G M Stevenson-Reece a newspaper reporter.
The company went into liquidation in December 1920 as a result of subsidized low fares charged by foreign airlines.
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P004007 4science - Academic / Education - 25/02/2010
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This print showcases a De Havilland D. H. 4A aircraft, proudly belonging to Air Transport & Travel Ltd, as it embarks on a historic journey. On August 25th, 1919, this remarkable British airline made history by initiating the first daily international air service between Hounslow in London and Le Bourget in Paris. Converted from World War I bombers, these four magnificent planes played a pivotal role for the company. The inaugural flight of this particular aircraft lasted an impressive 2 hours and 30 minutes. It carried a diverse cargo comprising grouse, newspapers, leather goods, and even Devonshire cream. Accompanying them was G M Stevenson-Reece—a newspaper reporter who undoubtedly captured every moment of this groundbreaking expedition. Sadly, despite their early success and pioneering spirit in the aviation industry, Air Transport & Travel Ltd faced financial difficulties due to subsidized low fares offered by foreign airlines. Consequently, they were forced into liquidation in December 1920. This photograph not only captures the essence of early commercial aviation but also serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by pioneering companies during that era. As we admire this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints' collection curated by Mirrorpix, let us appreciate the courage and determination exhibited by those who paved the way for modern air travel.
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