Towed Gliding From Race Track 1931

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Full title reads: "Brooklands. Towed gliding from race track. Mr. Lowe-Wylde, holder of first glider pilot's licence, provides thrills a'plenty for holidaymakers!"

Brooklands, Surrey.

Mr Lowe Wylde climbs into the cockpit of his glider. The aircraft is towed along the track at Brooklands,...

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Cataloguer:
Mark
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Mute
Media URN:
8185
Sort Number:
31/029
Time in/Out:
01:43:10:00 / 01:44:10:00
Canister:
31/29
Film ID:
767.14
Issue Date:
09/04/1931

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