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Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket
Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket Detatched from the B-29 Superfortress at 35, 000Ft at the Start of a 1300 Mph Filght over the Mojave Desert with 34 Year Old Test-Pilot Mr Bill Bridgeman Flying Date: 1951
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1951 Air To Air California Edwards Experimental Formation High Altitude Rockets Supersonic Contrails
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our Framed Prints featuring the Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket in flight. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the moment of detachment from a B-29 Superfortress at an astonishing 35,000 feet, marking the start of a record-breaking 1,300 mph test flight. Piloted by the brave 34-year-old test-pilot, Bill Bridgeman, in 1951, this iconic photograph is a must-have for any aviation enthusiast's collection. Our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the vivid colors and intricate details of this historic moment, making for a stunning addition to your home or office décor.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this thrilling image from 1951, the Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket soars through the clear blue sky, detached from its B-29 Superfortress mother ship at an astonishing altitude of 35,000 feet. At the helm of this groundbreaking experimental aircraft is 34-year-old test pilot Bill Bridgeman, who bravely navigates the Skyrocket on the start of a record-breaking supersonic flight over the Mojave Desert. The D-558-2 Skyrocket, a product of the Douglas Aircraft Company, was a pioneering research aircraft designed to explore the capabilities of supersonic flight. Powered by a single J35-A-5 turbojet engine, the Skyrocket was capable of reaching speeds of over 700 miles per hour, making it the fastest aircraft in the world at the time. The image captures the moment of detachment from the B-29, which had been used to launch the Skyrocket to such great heights. The contrails left by the two aircraft trail behind them, creating a stunning aerial display against the backdrop of the arid desert landscape. The formation flight is a testament to the advanced aviation technology of the time and the courage of the pilots involved. This photograph was taken at Edwards Air Force Base (AFB), located in California's Mojave Desert, which was a hub for experimental aviation research during the 1950s. The US Navy (USN) was a key sponsor of the D-558-2 Skyrocket project, which aimed to advance the understanding of supersonic flight and pave the way for future military and civilian aircraft designs. Overall, this image encapsulates the spirit of innovation and adventure that defined the early days of supersonic aviation. The D-558-2 Skyrocket and its daring test pilots, like Bill Bridgeman, pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible and laid the groundwork for the high-speed aircraft of today.
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