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Hamburg's Aviation History Spotlight: The HFB 320 Hansa Jet Story

Discover how this groundbreaking jet airliner shaped Hamburg's aviation industry and paved the way for Airbus. Listen now to preserve and share aviation history.

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Hamburg's Aviation History Spotlight: The HFB 320 Hansa Jet Story

Hamburg's aviation history takes centre stage in the latest episode of AERO HISTORY podcast. The third instalment delves into the story of the HFB 320 Hansa Jet, the first German serially produced jet airliner, which first took to the skies in 1964.

The Hansa Jet's production was a significant milestone for Hamburg and northern Germany's aircraft manufacturing industry. It paved the way for the city to bid for subsequent Airbus production, leading to tens of thousands of jobs in the region.

The podcast, available on various platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, explores the Hansa Jet's impact and legacy. Produced by AERO INTERNATIONAL, it aims to preserve and share aviation history with enthusiasts worldwide.

Wolfgang Borgmann, a long-serving employee at the Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), has been with the institution since 2001. His expertise and insights contribute to the podcast's depth and authenticity.

The HFB 320 Hansa Jet's story, as told in the third episode of AERO HISTORY, highlights Hamburg's rich aviation history and its enduring impact on the region's economy. Listeners can subscribe to ensure they don't miss future episodes and can send feedback or topic ideas to podcast@ourwebsite.

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