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Jimmy Doolittle used this radio receiver to “fly the beam,” which was a radio signal that actuated a vibrating reed to indicate if he was on course. The American Radio Corporation built the device in 1929.

 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 1929 Country of Origin United States of America Type AVIONICS-Electronic/Satellite Navigation Manufacturer Aircraft Radio Corp.
 Physical Description 33.2cm long, 14.3cm wide, 16.6cm high; 280-360kc; c.1928; grey; for blind flight. Dimensions 3-D: 15.2 x 39.4 x 19.1cm, 5.1kg (6 x 15 1/2 x 7 1/2 in., 11 3/16lb.)
 Materials Steel, Paint, Plastic, Phenolic Resin, Aluminum
 Inventory Number A19840545000 Credit Line Gift of Cessna Aircraft Company Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Open Access (CCO)
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