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Mr W Newell preparing for a parachute descent
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Mr W Newell preparing for a parachute descent
Mr W. Newell preparing for a parachute descent from the Grahame-White Type 10 Charabanc or Aero-bus on 9 May 1914. At 5, 000ft Mr Newell jumped from the skid, falling 800ft before the parachute opened and landed safely on the Hendon Aerodrome. This was the first time a parachute descent had been successfully accomplished from an aeroplane in flight, travelling at 60mph
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Aero Charabanc Descent Falling Grahame Jumped Newell Parachute Preparing Skid
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In this historic photograph, Mr. W. Newell is seen meticulously preparing for a groundbreaking aviation feat on 9 May 1914. The setting is the Grahame-White Type 10 Charabanc or Aero-bus, an early aircraft that revolutionized air travel with its innovative design. Mr. Newell's daring mission was to make the first successful parachute descent from an aeroplane in flight. The Type 10 Charabanc, a versatile vehicle that could also function as an aircraft, had reached an impressive altitude of 5,000ft. Mr. Newell, with unwavering determination, positioned himself near the skid, the only exit point for his daring leap. The anticipation in his eyes is palpable as he checks his parachute harness one last time. The moment of truth arrived. At 60mph and 5,000ft above the ground, Mr. Newell took a deep breath and stepped off the skid. Freefalling for 800ft, his heart pounded in his chest as the wind whipped past him. But the parachute, a testament to human ingenuity, opened smoothly, and Mr. Newell began his gentle descent towards the Hendon Aerodrome. This photograph captures the essence of human courage and the spirit of innovation that defined the early days of aviation. Mr. Newell's parachute descent from the Grahame-White Type 10 Charabanc marked a significant milestone in the annals of aviation history, paving the way for safer flight experiences and the eventual commercial use of parachutes.
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