Description: An original, first-generation press photo from an old archive. This was used in an actual publication. Type & Size: A 11x8" original photograph.Condition: Fair vintage condition. The front may have pen/pencil/crayon markings from its original use as a published photo. May have wrinkles, missing corners, or other damage from age. Please see photos for details. The image depicts a test pilot standing next to a P-39 Bell Airacobra aircraft on a snowy airfield believed to be in Buffalo, New York, during World War II. The pilot is geared up, with a helmet and parachute, ready for an army dive test.The P-39 Bell Airacobra was a prominent American fighter aircraft used during World War II, notable for its distinctive design with a mid-mounted engine and tricycle landing gear. It was one of the principal fighter aircraft in service during the war and saw action in various theaters, including with the U.S. Army Air Forces and the Soviet Air Force.Caption: "(BF2) BUFFALO, N.Y.---MARCH 10--PLANE PILOT READY FOR ARMY DIVE TEST--TOP SPEED...THE BELL ARACOBRA...FROM 25,000 FEET TO TEST REQUIREMENTS OF PLANE STRENGTH AT HIGH SPEED (AP WIREPHOTO)." Present in this photo: None
Price: 39 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-17T06:28:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: aircraft, pilot, snow, military test, WWII, fighter aircraft
Theme: aviation, history, conflicts & wars, transportation
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1944
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 11x8 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: No
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
