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Flying Through Time - Aviation
Released over three years, the Masterpieces in Silver Aviation series will acknowledge the proud history and significant contribution to the origins and development of Australian aviation.
The first release will honour two diverse Australian passenger aircraft. The oldest – the Avro 504K to the newest – the Airbus A380.
Avro 504K
After successful service over Europe during World War I and as a training and private use plane, Qantas took delivery of its first aircraft the Avro 504K in 1921. This single engine wooden structured bi-plane carried two passengers and was used for joy flights, air taxi services and promoted the future advantages of air transport to thousands of Australians.
Airbus A380
The largest passenger jet ever built carrying between 500 to 800 passengers, with a cruising speed of 900 km/h. This true giant of the air is 73 m in length, with a 79 m wingspan and total weight of 540,000 kg. Designers claim it will actually increase efficiency, use less fuel and generate less noise; Qantas will introduce the Airbus A380 to its fleet of commercial aircraft in late 2008.
Two $5 Proof Coins 99.99% Pure Silver, 1 & 1/7 Troy Oz
Mintage 3,000
Presented in an elegant casel and Certificate of Authenticity
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