De Havilland DH-4
By 1921 modified de Havilland DH-4 light bombers were being used as mail planes. They soon become the symbol of the U.S. Air Mail Service. The first DH-4 built in the United States hangs in the Museum's Looking at Earth gallery.
Display Status
This object is on display in America by Air at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MODELS-Aircraft
Model Maker
Daniel J. Dossert
Physical Description
Wood and metal exhibit model of the de Havilland DH-4 biplane maiilplane number 249 operated by the US Postal service in natural linen wings and wooden fuselage with olive drab painted upper fuselage color scheme. 1:16 scale. 1978
Dimensions
Model: 20.3 x 62.2 x 81.3cm (8 in. x 24 1/2 in. x 32 in.)
Materials
Wood
Non-Magnetic Metal
Paint
Plastic
Inventory Number
A19780405000
Credit Line
Model by Daniel J. Dossert.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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