The French manufacturer Voisin Aeroplane Company, established in 1905, was the first commercial aircraft company in Europe and one of the first in the world. It produced aircraft of its own designs, as well those by others such as Farman and Wright. During World War I the company produced many reconnaissance, bomber and fighter aircraft of its own design. These were used by many countries. Following the war, Voisin abandoned the aircraft business and entered the automobile manufacturing industry.

 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 PROPULSION-Propellers & Impellers Manufacturer Voisin Aeroplane Co.
 Physical Description Type: Two-Blade, Fixed-Pitch, Wood Diameter: 351.8 cm (138.5 in.) Chord: 25.4 cm (10 in.) Engine Application: Unknown Dimensions Rotor/Propeller: 351.8 x 25.4 x 24.8 x 17.8 x 1.1 x 4.1cm (11 ft. 6 1/2 in. x 10 in. x 9 3/4 in. x 7 in. x 7/16 in. x 1 5/8 in.)
3-D: 349.3 x 27.6 x 22.9cm (11 ft. 5 1/2 in. x 10 7/8 in. x 9 in.)
Bolt Holes: 8
 Materials Wood
Varnish
Steel
Copper Alloy
 Inventory Number A19690182000 Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
For more information, visit the Smithsonians Terms of Use.