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TRAVEL POSTER - Trans Australian Airlines Super Viscount

Name: TRAVEL POSTER - Trans Australian Airlines Super Viscount
Brand: Mapworld
Price: 49.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

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✈️ “Fly Tourist by TAA — Super Viscount”
Trans Australian Airlines Vintage Travel Poster (c.1950s)

Bold, modern, and unapologetically optimistic, this striking poster celebrates the jet-age promise of affordable air travel across Australia. Promoting Trans Australian Airlines and its revolutionary Super Viscount fleet, the design captures a moment when flying fast, far, and cheaply felt like the future arriving all at once.

Confident. Graphic. Forward-looking.

✨ Iconic Imagery from Australia’s Jet-Age

A dramatic, high-contrast illustration of the Super Viscount aircraft
Strong red, black, and white colour blocking — pure mid-century modern design
Emphasis on speed, savings, and continent-wide coverage
Typography that shouts value, progress, and accessibility
A powerful symbol of post-war optimism and national connectivity

📐 Size Options

Format	Dimensions (H × W)
Portrait	780 mm × 490 mm

Original proportions preserved. Custom sizing available on request.

🎨 Premium Format Options

Paper (170 gsm heavyweight) — Smooth, high-quality stock, ideal for framing under glass.
Laminated (True encapsulation) — 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, wipe-clean and exceptionally durable.
Laminated + Wooden Hang Rails — Natural timber rails with hanging cord; ready to hang.
Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte) — Printed with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks.
Canvas + Wooden Hang Rails — Gallery-ready canvas with top and bottom timber rails.

⏳ Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed finishes, as each is professionally fitted by our framer.

🎁 Ideal For

Aviation and airline history enthusiasts
Mid-century graphic design collectors
Retro interiors, offices, and travel-themed spaces
Anyone drawn to the optimism of Australia’s flying past

🌍 A Poster That Marks a Turning Point

The Super Viscount era transformed Australian travel — quieter cabins, faster journeys, and fares designed for everyday tourists. This poster captures that democratic shift in air travel, when the skies truly opened to everyone.

🖼️ Display with Impact

Whether framed, laminated, or presented on canvas with timber hang rails, Fly Tourist by TAA — Super Viscount delivers bold colour, graphic confidence, and unmistakable jet-age energy.

Fast. Affordable. Unmistakably modern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the TRAVEL POSTER - Trans Australian Airlines Super Viscount depict?

The TRAVEL POSTER - Trans Australian Airlines Super Viscount is a high-quality reproduction of a vintage travel poster. Mapworld's travel poster range features classic Australian and international destination artwork from the golden age of travel — originally produced for airlines, railways, and tourism boards. These make striking wall art for home and office.

Is this an original or reproduction print?

Mapworld sells both original antique maps and high-quality reproduction prints. Reproduction prints are clearly identified in the product title and are produced on quality paper to closely replicate the appearance of historic originals. Original antique maps are individually described and priced according to condition and rarity.

Is this print suitable for framing?

Yes, antique map prints make excellent framed artworks. Check the product dimensions to select an appropriate frame. Mapworld can advise on framing options.

Does Mapworld ship the TRAVEL POSTER - Trans Australian Airlines Super Viscount across Australia?

Yes, Mapworld ships Australia-wide. Standard shipping is a flat $7 rate, with free standard shipping on orders over $75. Express options are available at checkout. Most orders placed before 2pm AEST on weekdays are dispatched same day.