1981 Flight Library Print Beech D17S Staggerwing G-BDCK Vintage Aviation Art

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Item ID: 297204659002
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Category: Collectables:Transportation Collectables:Aeronautica:Military:Photos/ Prints
Condition: In good condition. Please check our images.

1981 Flight Library Print Beech D17S Staggerwing G-BDCK Vintage Aviation Art

Rare 1981 Flight Library print featuring the only Beech D17S Staggerwing in Europe — a prized collector’s piece for aviation historians and vintage enthusiasts. ✈️

Print: approx. 11  x 8 1/4  inches

Texts: please see images

Condition: In good condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

As the soft glow of evening light bathes the sky, the legendary Beech D17S Staggerwing G-BDCK glides effortlessly above the English countryside, its polished red frame gleaming against the fading blue. The hum of the radial engine vibrates through the crisp air, a powerful reminder of the craftsmanship and spirit of 1940s aviation. This striking 1981 Flight Library print captures an unforgettable moment in time — a breathtaking sight that invites you to feel the freedom, bravery, and elegance of a truly golden era of flight.

Built in 1943 for the United States Navy and later imported to England from Geneva, G-BDCK is the only Beech D17S Staggerwing in Europe. Owned by Philip Wolf and based at Redhill, this rare and beautifully preserved aircraft stands as a magnificent tribute to one of aviation’s most iconic designs. Published as part of the Flight Library series (Flightcolour No 106), this official Flight International copyrighted print offers collectors an authentic, richly detailed piece of aviation history — a visual masterpiece that tells a powerful story of resilience, innovation, and transatlantic heritage.

Preserving rare items like this is an act of safeguarding living history, connecting us emotionally to the courage and ingenuity of those who shaped the skies. For collectors, historians, and all who cherish the golden age of aviation, this print is not just a beautiful artwork — it is a meaningful link to a proud legacy that deserves to be celebrated and remembered.