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De Havilland DH-4

By 1921 modified de Havilland DH-4 light bombers were being used as mail planes. They soon become the symbol of the U.S. Air Mail Service. The first DH-4 built in the United States hangs in the Museum's Looking at Earth gallery.

 Display Status

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

America by Air
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type MODELS-Aircraft Model Maker Daniel J. Dossert
 Physical Description Wood and metal exhibit model of the de Havilland DH-4 biplane maiilplane number 249 operated by the US Postal service in natural linen wings and wooden fuselage with olive drab painted upper fuselage color scheme. 1:16 scale. 1978 Dimensions Model: 20.3 x 62.2 x 81.3cm (8 in. x 24 1/2 in. x 32 in.)
 Materials Wood
Non-Magnetic Metal
Paint
Plastic
 Inventory Number A19780405000 Credit Line Model by Daniel J. Dossert. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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