Articles

Throughout the year we'll be adding a range of articles to this website inspired by the story of BAC and its associated companies.

Bristol's Transatlantic Crossings:
A look at the transatlantic crossings originating from Bristol before the age of aviation.

West of England Flight Before 1910:
Stories of some of the pioneers of flight from in and around the city-region before the founding of BAC.

Bristol International Airport:
A short history of the airport which celebrates its 80th birthday in 2010.

Now it Can be Told:
A revealing look at how the guided weapons programme ensured the survival of Bristol Aircraft in the 1950s.

Air Transport Auxillary:
The story of some of the resourceful and determined women who joined the ATA in World War Two.

On the Shoulders of Giants:
An appreciation of Bill Strang and Mick Wilde.

Please note that views expressed in these articles are not necessarily shared by all partners in BAC 100.