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Newspaper cartoon showing crowded Laker Airways aircraft cabin with luggage in overhead bins and captain speaking

Newspaper cartoon showing crowded Laker Airways aircraft cabin with luggage in overhead bins and captain speaking

A satirical newspaper cartoon depicting an overcrowded Laker Airways aircraft interior with passengers packed tightly together and luggage spilling from overhead compartments. The caption reads 'Good gracious, no... Mr Laker couldn't possibly do it this cheaply using petrol,' humorously commenting on Sir Freddie Laker's budget airline operations and his ability to offer remarkably low fares.

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