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Vought F-8 Crusader
Vought F-8 Crusader. An early F-8 - F8U, at the Naval Air Engineering Laboratory, on Mustin Field, part of the Philadelphia Naval Yard. Shot aircraft were used to qualify aircraft barriers for use on aircraft carriers, by being launched along a test track into the raised barrier under test. (The test track drag strop can be seen under the fuselage) Date: circa 1965
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Media ID 21134027
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans A The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1965 Barrier Barriers Carriers Crusader Drag Engineering Fuselage Laboratory Launched Philadelphia Qualify Raised Shot Test Track Vought Yard Strop
12"x8" Photo Print
Bring the power and grace of aviation history into your home or office with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This stunning image of a Vought F-8 Crusader, captured by the renowned Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases an early F-8 model at the Naval Air Engineering Laboratory on Mustin Field, part of the Philadelphia Naval Yard. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Transport yourself back in time with this iconic piece of military aviation history. Order now and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 14.5cm (12" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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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This photograph showcases an early Vought F-8 Crusader aircraft, specifically an F8U model, at the Naval Air Engineering Laboratory situated on Mustin Field, which is part of the Philadelphia Naval Yard. The year is estimated to be around 1965. The Crusader, with its distinctive swept-wing design, sits poised for action on the test track. The primary purpose of these tests was to qualify aircraft barriers for use on aircraft carriers. The process involved launching the Crusader along the test track and into the raised barrier under examination. The drag strop, a safety device, is clearly visible beneath the fuselage. The Crusader was a formidable fighter jet, known for its exceptional maneuverability and high-performance capabilities. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the rigorous testing procedures that ensured the safety and effectiveness of aircraft barriers on aircraft carriers during the mid-1960s. The Crusader's powerful presence, combined with the backdrop of the laboratory and test track, creates an intriguing tableau of aeronautical engineering in action.
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