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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

1963

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

MODELS-Aircraft

Model Maker

Charles J. Newcomb

Physical Description

Wood, metal, and tissue model of a Wright Model K single engine, two tractor propeller, biplane, floatplane in overall silver color scheme. 1:16 scale. 1963.

Dimensions

Model: 46.4 × 73.7 × 24.1cm (18 1/4 in. × 29 in. × 9 1/2 in.)

Materials

Natural Fabric
Steel
Wood
Paint
Non-Magnetic Metal Alloy
Adhesive

Inventory Number

A19630405000

Credit Line

Model by Charles Newcomb, 1963.

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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