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The artifact is believed to have been manufactured by the Gibson Propeller Company of New York City, led by Hugh C. Gibson, which became the first American propeller manufacturer in 1909. The company began by crafting copies of the French Chauviére designs, before pioneering distinctively American designs by E.W. Bonson. However, the success of this early propeller manufacturer was short-lived, as the company went bankrupt in June 1911.

This propeller was flown frequently near Bridgeport, Connecticut, during the period 1912-13, on a Curtiss-type hydroplane built and piloted by its donor, Harry F. Ford.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Date 1911-1913 Country of Origin United States of America Type PROPULSION-Propellers & Impellers Manufacturer Gilken
 Physical Description Type: Two-Blade, Fixed-Pitch, Wood Diameter: 213.8 cm (84.188 in.) Chord: 22.2 cm (8.75 in.) Engine Application: Roberts, 4 cylinder, 37 kw (50 hp) Dimensions Storage (Rehoused on an aluminum pallet with five other objects): 252.1 × 154.9 × 88.9cm, 433.2kg (99 1/4 × 61 × 35 in., 955lb.)
 Materials Aluminum alloy, Laminated wood, Adhesive, Paint, Steel, Museum Varnish
 Inventory Number A19480188000 Credit Line Gift of Harry H. Ford Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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