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Gladys Batchelor in front of Albert Batchelors Cierva C30A
Gladys Batchelor in front of Albert Batchelors Cierva C30A autogyro, G-ACWM
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Autogyro Batchelor C30a Cierva Gladys Albert Batchelors
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In this photograph, Gladys Batchelor stands proudly in front of her husband Albert Batchelor's Cierva C30A autogyro, G-ACWM. The image captures a moment of excitement and innovation as Gladys, a pioneering aviator, poses next to the aircraft that her husband designed and built. Albert Batchelor was a British engineer and aviation pioneer who is best known for designing and building the Cierva C30 autogyros, which were among the first successful rotorcraft in the world. The C30A model, specifically, was a significant advancement in autogyro technology, featuring a more powerful engine and improved design. Gladys Batchelor, who was born in 1902, was an accomplished aviator in her own right. She began her flying career in the 1930s and set numerous records for women pilots, including becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean from east to west. Her husband's autogyros played a crucial role in her aviation career, as she flew several of them in various competitions and exhibitions. The photograph shows Gladys in her flying attire, with a determined look in her eyes and a confident posture. The C30A autogyro, with its distinctive rotor blades and sleek design, stands tall behind her, a testament to the innovative spirit of the time. The image is a reminder of the pioneering achievements of Gladys and Albert Batchelor in the field of aviation and their contributions to the development of rotorcraft technology.
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