Centenary of First Crossing of the Channel by an Aeroplane

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Philatelic Exhibition

A National commemoration will take place in France to Celebrate the Centenary of the Firsty Crossing of the Channel by an Aeroplane.

This first crossing was realized between Calais (F) and Dover (GB) by Louis Blériot on July 25th 1909, on a machin built by himself.

The following events are planned in the period from 22nd to 26 July 2009 :Crossing the Channel with the same aeroplane. We already have a reply from the R.A.F. which will accompany the crossing up to England with it's aerobatic patrol. The French 'Patrouille de France' will normally do the same but must be confirmed yet.The French Post Office will issue a special stamp.An aerophilatelix exhibition will be organised by the C.A.F. / G.A.P.S. at Blériot Plage, close to Calais (F). Three classes are planned :Class of HonourClass of One frame displayClass of Multi frame displayMore than 300 frames will be available.

All aerophilatelists of the world are invited to participate, but prtiority will be given to members of C.A.F., G.A.P.S. and BAeF.

This exhibition will normally be completed with paintings, aeroplanes, models and conferences on the subject.