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North American Harvard I N7000
the first production North American NA-16-1 Harvard I - N7000 - (taken with Orthochromatic film, rendering the Yellow overall colour of the aircraft as a dark grey) Date: 1940s
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This striking photograph captures the North American NA-16-1 Harvard I, registration number N7000, during the 1940s. The Harvard I was the first production model of the North American Harvard trainer aircraft, which became a mainstay of military aviation training programs around the world. The image was taken using orthochromatic film, which did not record colors in the same way as modern film. As a result, the yellow overall color of the aircraft appears as a dark grey in this photograph. The Harvard I was known for its distinctive yellow paint scheme, which was intended to make the aircraft more visible during flight training exercises. Despite the monochromatic rendering of the image, the details of the aircraft are still evident. The Harvard I was a single-engine, single-seat advanced trainer, designed to prepare pilots for combat duties. It featured a retractable landing gear, a fixed tailwheel, and a closed-canopy cockpit. The aircraft was powered by a Wright R-1300-3 Cyclone radial engine, which provided a top speed of 195 miles per hour. The Harvard I saw extensive use during World War II and post-war military training programs. Its rugged design and reliable performance made it a popular choice for military aviation schools around the world. The aircraft remained in production until the late 1950s, with over 16,000 units built in total. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the North American Harvard I in its early days as a pioneering military trainer aircraft.
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