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This device is an example of equipment found on many aircraft, which gives the crew accurate information as to the distance to a beacon or known ground position. Other, related equipment gives the bearing.

Rockwell International, a major manufacturer of avionics equipment, prepared this device especially for exhibit purposes, and donated it to the National Air and Space Museum.

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

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

AVIONICS-Electronic/Satellite Navigation

Manufacturer

Rockwell International Corporation (Huntington and Downey, CA)

Dimensions

3-D (Box Only): 12.7 x 28.6 x 12.7cm (5 x 11 1/4 x 5 in.)

Materials

Aluminum, paint, steel, natural rubber, synthetic fabric, copper, plastic

Inventory Number

A19960245000

Credit Line

Gift of Rockwell International

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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