Trailblazing pilots, flight crews and passengers risked life and limb to see the world aboard Britain's first intercontinental commercial airline.
In the age of modern air travel, passengers onboard even the most budget Ryanair flight can expect a sturdy seat, an arm rest, the chance to buy a cup of tea and microwave dinner, and access to a toilet.
For those early adopters of aircraft, the conditions were a little different.
