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X-wing, experimental aircraft C017  /  7562



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X-wing, experimental aircraft C017 / 7562

The X-Wing was an experimental hybrid helicopter/fixed wing aircraft built in 1986 by helicopter maker Sikorsky for NASA and the US army. The X-Wing was based on a modified S-72 Rotor System Research Aircraft (RSRA) which could fly with or without rotor blades. The addition of large x-shaped rotor blades would, in theory, allow the aircraft to take off and land vertically. During flight, the rotor blades could be switched off and act as an additional pair of wings to provide lift when moving forward. Despite being built, it was never flown

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1986 Aerodynamic Aeroplane Aircraft Aviation Avionics Engineering Experimental Flying Helicopter Machine New Technology Novel Technology Prototype Vehicle Hybrid Plane Sikorsky Vertical Take Off And Landing Vtol


14"x16" Premium Frame

Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")

Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")

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.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the remarkable X-Wing, an extraordinary hybrid aircraft that pushed the boundaries of aviation technology. Developed in 1986 by renowned helicopter manufacturer Sikorsky for NASA and the US Army, this experimental marvel was based on a modified S-72 Rotor System Research Aircraft (RSRA). The X-Wing's groundbreaking design allowed it to operate both as a helicopter and a fixed-wing plane. With its large x-shaped rotor blades, the X-Wing possessed the ability to take off and land vertically, promising unparalleled versatility. During flight, these rotor blades could be disengaged and function as additional wings, providing lift while moving forward. This innovative concept aimed to revolutionize aerial transportation by combining vertical takeoff and landing capabilities with efficient forward flight. Although this cutting-edge machine was meticulously constructed, unfortunately it never had the opportunity to soar through the skies. Nevertheless, its creation represents a significant milestone in aerospace engineering history. The X-Wing stands as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of technological advancements. This awe-inspiring photograph captures not only the physical beauty of this novel aircraft but also symbolizes humanity's unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries beyond what seems possible. It serves as a reminder that even though some ideas may remain grounded in reality rather than taking flight commercially or militarily - they still hold immense value in inspiring future generations of engineers and aviators alike.

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