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Flight, SUP00254
Filename: SUP00254.jpg
Size: 532 x 425 (82KB)
Date: 18th January 2008
Source: FlightGlobal
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Flight, SUP00254
SUP00254
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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This black and white photograph captures the Budd Conestoga, a remarkable example of mid-20th-century aviation innovation. The aircraft, operated by Flying Tiger Line, stands as a testament to the era's engineering prowess with its all-stainless steel construction. Designed for rear-loading, this twin-engine cargo plane was ahead of its time in versatility and capability. It could lift an impressive 7,000 pounds over a range of 500 miles at speeds reaching up to 160 miles per hour—a significant feat during its operational years from 1945 to 1947. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for the golden age of air transport where such pioneering designs laid the groundwork for modern logistics and freight services.
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