Imperial Airways London to Paris 1935 T-Shirt

Imperial Airways was an early British commercial airline, operating from 1924 to 1939, principally serving the British Empire routes to South Africa, India, Australia, and the Far East, including Malaya and Hong Kong. On May 1, 1927, Imperial introduced its “Silver Wing” service on the London to Paris route, establishing the first ever luxury in flight service. Operated with a dedicated fleet of three silver Armstrong Whitworth Argosy triple engine aircraft, the planes featured spacious silver and gray interiors with upgraded seating, a full bar, and a steward to serve a four-course lunch during the two and a half hour flight. This design is based on a 1935 advertising poster promoting the London to Paris flights.