Earle Ovington flew a Queen airplane on his brief air mail flight in 1911. The Queen was based on the popular Blériot monoplane design.
Display Status
This object is on display in America by Air at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Date
1938
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MODELS-Aircraft
Model Maker
James E. Reeves
Physical Description
Wood, metal, and silk display model of the Queen Aeroplane Co. Blériot XI copy used by Earle Ovington, in overall natural color scheme. 1:16 scale. 1938.
Dimensions
Model: 18.4 x 50.8 x 55.2cm (7 1/4 in. x 20 in. x 21 3/4 in.)
Materials
Airframe, propeller - wood
Bracing, struts, landing gear, skid cowlings, wheels - metal
Covering - silk
Inventory Number
A19380039000
Credit Line
Model made and donated by James E. Reeves.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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