The life and times of Portsmouth Airport in 22 stunning retro photos

Portsmouth Airport was one of the last remaining commercial grass runway airports in the UK until it closed in 1973.

Thousands of aircraft landed and flew from its runway in the 40 years it was open. Here are some of our favourite photos from the archive.

13. Portsmouth Airport

The sun sets on Portsmouth Airport, December 31, 1973. Photo: -

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14. Portsmouth Airport

The contriol tower at Portsmouth Airport. Date unknown. Image: 1491 Photo: -

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15. Portsmouth Airport

Portsmouth Airport in March 1974. Photo: -

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16. Portsmouth Airport

Two French airliners at Portsmouth airport in 1933. Photo: -

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