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Sikorsky R-4B Hoverfly
The Vought-Sikorsky Vs-300 / R-4B Prototype Hover-Taxiing over Snow at Stratford, Connecticut, Usa During Test-Flights Date: 1942
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10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the history of aviation with our stunning photographic print of the Sikorsky R-4B Hoverfly. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Vought-Sikorsky VS-300/R-4B prototype hovering over snow at Stratford, Connecticut, during test flights in 1942. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this exquisite, Rights Managed print, capturing a pivotal moment in the evolution of helicopter technology.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the historic moment of the Sikorsky R-4B Hoverfly, also known as the Vought-Sikorsky VS-300, taxing over a blanket of pristine snow at Stratford, Connecticut, USA in 1942. The image, captured during test-flights, offers a glimpse into the past when helicopter technology was still in its infancy. The Sikorsky R-4B Hoverfly was the world's first production helicopter and the first to be used by the United States military. Designed by Igor Sikorsky and his team, this helicopter revolutionized aviation by providing vertical takeoff and landing capabilities, making it an essential asset during World War II. The helicopter, identified by its registration number NX92821, is seen here with its distinctive twin-bladed main rotor and paddle-like tail rotor. The snow-covered ground adds an element of tranquility and contrast to the industrial machinery, highlighting the ingenuity and innovation that went into creating this pioneering aircraft. This photograph is an invaluable piece of aviation history, transporting us back to a time when the possibilities of helicopter technology were just beginning to be explored. As we look at this image, we are reminded of the relentless pursuit of progress and the awe-inspiring achievements of the past.
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