This is an unassembled "Space Explorer" flying model plane in its retail package. Built by American Telasco Limited, it has balsa sheets from which to make the fuselage and wings and a plastic canopy and pilot. The kit does not contain any motors with which to power the model.
G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of model rockets, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.
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
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Manufacturer
American Telasco Limited
Designer
Paul E. Del Gatto
Dimensions
Overall (Retail Box): 1ft 1/4in. x 3 3/8in. x 2 3/4in. (31.12 x 8.57 x 6.99cm); weighs 104 grams. Model is 11 inches long and has a wingspan of 14 inches when assembled.
Materials
Wood, Cardboard, Paper, Plastic, Aluminum, Adhesive
Inventory Number
A19930645000
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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