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Bell XV-3 XH-33 Convertiplane
Bell Xv-3 Xh-33 Convertiplane Hovering During the First Test-Flight at the Bell Aircraft Corp Factory Date: 1955
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1955 Experimental Helicopters Landing Prototypes Transports Unusual Utility Vtol Weird Skids
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience aviation history with our stunning Framed Print of the Bell XV-3 XH-33 Convertiplane in flight. This iconic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the first test-flight of this revolutionary helicopter-airplane hybrid at the Bell Aircraft Corp in 1955. Our high-quality framed print brings the past to life, making it a must-have for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike. With its rich detail and vibrant colors, this print is sure to be a conversation starter in any home or office. Order now and relive the excitement of aviation innovation.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, the Bell XV-3 XH-33 Convertiplane hovers during its first test-flight at the Bell Aircraft Corporation factory in 1955. This experimental aircraft, designed for the United States Army, represented a significant departure from traditional helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft designs. The Bell XV-3 XH-33 was a tiltrotor vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft, which means that its engines and rotors could be tilted to provide both vertical lift for takeoff and hovering, and forward thrust for forward flight. This unique design offered the advantages of both helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, making it a promising utility and transport solution for the military. The XH-33 was the precursor to the Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, which would go on to become a staple of military aviation. During its first test-flight on October 28, 1955, the XH-33 demonstrated its ability to take off and land vertically using its four skids, and then transition to forward flight with its rotors tilted forward. The successful test marked a major milestone in the development of VTOL aircraft technology. The Bell XV-3 XH-33 was an unusual and innovative design for its time, and its first test-flight captured the attention of the aviation world. This photograph is a testament to the groundbreaking work being done at Bell Aircraft Corporation and the United States Army in the field of experimental aviation.
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