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Aviation History
1947
1947 - 1305.PDF
HERMES IV Hermes IV is the fastest British airliner. Pressurised, air- conditioned and with tricycle undercarriage, it carries 63 passengers through the sub-stratosphere. A fleet of Hermes IV airliners will be operated on its Empire routes by the British Overseas Airways Corporation High speed (nearly 360 m.p.h. maximum), economy of operation (one shilling per ton mile) and luxurious passenger accommodation are salient features of the Hermes IV. Powered by nearly 9.000 horsepower, these high-performance air- liners cruise at 290 m.p.h. and have a maximum range of 3,500 miles. HANDLEY PAGE HANDLEY PAGE LIMITED LONDON ENGLAND
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