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Display Status

This object is on display in Early Flight at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Early Flight

Object Details

Date

1979

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

MODELS-Aircraft

Model Maker

Kenneth R. Lundquist

Physical Description

Plastic, metal and clay exhibit model of the Bleriot XI single radial engine, single seat monoplane in which Louis Bleriot crossed the English Channel in 1909 in overall natural linen and wood color scheme; with pilot figure. 1:16 scale. 1979.

Dimensions

Model: 14.9 x 48.9 x 49.9cm (5 7/8 x 19 1/4 x 19 5/8 in.)

Materials

Airframe, covering, propeller, wires - plastic
Wheels, engine, struts - metal
Figure - clay

Inventory Number

A19790871000

Credit Line

Model by Kenneth R. Lundquist, 1979.

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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