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United States Navy - Longren L-3 - A-6745
United States Navy - Longren L-3 A-6745. Three L-3s were purchased to test performance of moulded fibre construction. A6745 was later transferred to the United States Army Air Service at McCook Field as P-367 and later scrapped there. Date: circa 1923
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Media ID 21131233
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
Fibre Mccook Moulded Performance Purchased Scrapped Test Three Transferred 1923
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the history of the United States Navy to your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular print features the United States Navy Longren L-3 A-6745, captured by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. A unique piece of aviation history, this image showcases one of the three L-3s purchased by the Navy to test the performance of moulded fibre construction. A6745 was later transferred to the United States Army Air Service at McCook Field. Our high-quality canvas prints are vibrant, long-lasting, and add a touch of sophistication to any room. Order yours today and relive the rich history of the United States Navy.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic photograph, three United States Navy Longren L-3 aircraft, specifically A-6745, are seen lined up on a runway. This image captures a significant moment in aviation history as these planes were among the three L-3s purchased by the Navy in circa 1923 for the express purpose of testing the performance of moulded fibre construction. The innovative use of moulded fibre in aircraft design was a groundbreaking development in the field of aviation, offering lighter weight and increased durability compared to traditional wooden or metal structures. A-6745, identified by its unique registration number, was later transferred to the United States Army Air Service at McCook Field in Dayton, Ohio. There, it was redesignated as P-367. However, its tenure with the Army Air Service was brief, and eventually, P-367 was scrapped. The L-3 series, also known as the "Longren Special," was a family of biplane trainer and utility aircraft designed by William J. Longren. The aircraft in this photograph represent an early iteration of this design, which would later evolve into more advanced models used extensively by the United States military during the 1920s and 1930s. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of military aviation, showcasing the pioneering spirit and technological advancements that shaped the industry. The United States Navy's investment in testing moulded fibre construction with the L-3 series paved the way for future innovations and contributed to the development of more advanced and efficient aircraft.
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