Bleriot XI (Thulin A) SE-AMZ being flown by Mikael Carlson who restored the vintage aircraft.

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The Blériot XI is the aircraft that was used by Louis Blériot on 25 July 1909 to make the first flight across the English Channel made in a heavier-than-air aircraft. This achievement is one of the most famous accomplishments of the pioneer era of aviation, and not only won Blériot a lasting place in history but also assured the future of his aircraft manufacturing business.

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Size: 3400px × 2267px
Location: Payerne, Vaud, Switzerland
Photo credit: © Aviation Visuals / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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