Identifier

NASM.1993.0055, Series 2

Creator

Bellanca, Giuseppe M., 1886-1960

Date

1915-1958

undated

Archival Repository

National Air and Space Museum Archives

Scope and Contents

Mr. Bellanca was known as a man who often altered the designs of his aircraft as well as creating new designs. In this creative process, he generated copious amounts of sketches and specifications, most of which were not identified or dated. They were found throughout the collection. Where possible, the processing archivist has maintained the original order and folder headings. Technical information was found in the Bellanca Collection that was not part of a formal report. This information is listed alphabetically by aircraft name and/or model number. The Collection contains specifications for aircraft issued by the United States government. The researcher will also find formal reports issued by the Bellanca Corporation filed by report number. In an effort to keep abreast of new developments in the aircraft industry, Mr. Bellanca collected literature regarding other manufacturer's products. Mr. Bellanca's research material is listed alphabetically by subject. The Bellanca drawings are listed in numerical order.

Arrangement note

Missing Title 2.1: Miscellaneous Handwritten Notes and Sketches 2.2: Aircraft Technical Data 2.3: Reports 2.4: Technical Research 2.5: Drawing Lists 2.6: Drawings 2.7: Drawing Indexes

Rights

Material is subject to Smithsonian Terms of Use. Should you wish to use NASM material in any medium, please submit an Application for Permission to Reproduce NASM Material, available at Permissions Requests.

Restrictions

No restrictions on access.

Citation

Giuseppe M. Bellanca Collection, Acc. NASM.1993.0055, National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution.

Type

Archival materials