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de Havilland DH86, G-ACVY, Mercury
de Havilland DH86, G-ACVY, Mercury, of Railway Air Services at Croydon
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Croydon Dh86 Havilland Mercury Services
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This photograph showcases the de Havilland DH86 'Moth' aircraft, registration number G-ACVY, nicknamed 'Mercury,' as it gracefully sits on the tarmac at Croydon Airport in the 1930s. The de Havilland DH86 is a four-engine, single-wing, metal-framed monoplane designed for the express mail and passenger transport market. The sleek and elegant design of the DH86, with its distinctive rounded wings and streamlined fuselage, made it a popular choice among both private and commercial aviators during the interwar period. This particular aircraft, Mercury, was operated by Railway Air Services, a British airline that provided air transport services to passengers and mail between London and various regional destinations. The photograph captures the essence of the golden age of aviation, with the aircraft's gleaming metal surface reflecting the bright sunlight and the pristine white wings standing out against the dark tarmac. The presence of ground crew members and support vehicles in the background adds to the sense of activity and excitement surrounding the world of aviation during this time. The de Havilland DH86, G-ACVY, Mercury, would have been a common sight at Croydon Airport during the 1930s, transporting passengers and mail to their destinations with efficiency and style. Today, this iconic aircraft is a cherished piece of aviation history, and this photograph serves as a reminder of the thrill and romance of early aviation.
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