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.

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