Classic Wings – BAC 1-11 Part 1 uses expertly restored colour cine film from BAE Systems’ archives, and with authentic sound throughout. It tells the story of the BAC 1-11’s early sales success.
Construction, flight testing, route proving, first flights, sales tours -they’re all in this fascinating programme covering that exciting period from 1963 to 1967; when, as the world’s first short-haul jetliner, the BAC 1-11 broke into the all-important US market.
Main features:
Construction, rollout and first flight of the prototype
American, Braniff and Mohawk 1-11s at work in the USA
British United’s route proving and inaugural 1-11 service
British Eagle 1-11s in service and at the Farnborough Air Show
TACA 1-11s at work in Central America
Flight testing Philippines Airlines and LANICA 1-11s
Aer Lingus 1-11s on delivery and in service
Testing and delivery of Channel Airways first 1-11
Air to air with a Laker 1-11
Also included are some of the other airliners seen on the 1-11’s world tour. Examples are in the photo gallery
Don’t miss the rest of the One-Eleven story in Classic Wings BAC One-Eleven Part 2
Comments from our customers ….
I just wanted to drop you a note of congratulations on doing a fantastic job. Great documentary, all the relevant information and -stunning- visuals and sound. Listening to the Spey wind-up and scream on takeoff (in stereo no less) brought back happy memories. Can’t wait for Volume 2! M.C.
I would like to congratulate Avion Video for this superb programme. Having lived close to Hurn all my life I grew up with the sight and sound of these wonderful aircraft. I did not aspire to owing any recording equipment at the time and this video makes up for this, and brings back many memories. I will be first in the queue for part 2. D.L.
Absolutely terrific, something for everyone in it. Great service from Avion too, I will definitely be ordering part 2. Mark
The restoration, the colors, the sound and overall quality are fantastic. The use of actual BAC 1-11 sounds (which are distinctive and easily recognized by BAC 1-11 fans) is a real treat! My whole family (wife and 7-year-old son) enjoyed the video, and we very much look forward to part 2! Louis
Excellent production and editing. Informative as well, like the Herald volume previously purchased. Great to hear a pair of Speys winding up. Super to see real airliners in the background as well. J.H.
This fabulous documentary shows the first part of the story of the most successful European jet of its time. Showing scenes on the production line and the maiden flight of the very first One – Eleven this video is a superb tribute to the days when we made things all over the country and very good things too. M.T.
