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Parachutist preparing to jump from Auster J-1N Alpha G-AIGU
A parachutist preparing to jump from Auster J-1N Alpha G-AIGU (msn 2180), for a television programme hosted by Raymond Baxter. Date: 1959
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1959 Alpha Auster Baxter Hosted Jump Parachutist Preparing Programme Raymond Television
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This print captures a moment frozen in time, as a brave parachutist prepares to take the leap from the Auster J-1N Alpha G-AIGU. The vintage aircraft, with its sleek design and classic markings, serves as the perfect backdrop for this adrenaline-fueled scene.
The year is 1959, and this daring jump is being captured for a television programme hosted by none other than Raymond Baxter. As the parachutist stands at the open door of the plane, ready to plunge into the unknown, you can almost feel their heart racing with excitement.
The attention to detail in this photograph is truly remarkable - from the intricate stitching on the parachutist's gear to the subtle shadows cast by the afternoon sun. Every element comes together to create a sense of anticipation and exhilaration that jumps off the page.
As you gaze upon this image, you can't help but imagine yourself in that very moment - feeling the wind rush past your face as you freefall through clear blue skies. It's a thrilling reminder of humanity's endless quest for adventure and exploration.
So take a closer look at this stunning piece from The Peter Butt Aviation Collection and let yourself be transported back to a time when every jump was an opportunity to defy gravity and soar towards new horizons.
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