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Sikorsky S-39B NC80V American Clipper
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Sikorsky S-39B NC80V American Clipper
Sikorsky S-40 NC80V American Clipper (msn 2000-X), for Pan-American Airways. Date: circa 1931
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1931 Airways Clipper Flght Sikorsky Pan American
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This photograph showcases the Sikorsky S-40 NC80V American Clipper, a remarkable aviation innovation from the early 1930s. Manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, this aircraft, with the manufacturing serial number 2000-X, is a significant development from the Sikorsky S-39B model. Although not yet in service with Pan-American Airways at the time this image was taken, the American Clipper would later become a prominent figure in the aviation industry with Pan-American, known for its long-distance air transport services. The American Clipper, with its sleek design and advanced features, represented a major leap forward in aviation technology. Its innovative design included a cantilevered wing, retractable landing gear, and a streamlined fuselage, which significantly improved both performance and aerodynamics. Powered by two Wright Cyclone engines, this aircraft boasted a top speed of 135 mph and a range of over 1,000 miles. This photograph, part of The Peter Butt Aviation Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and ingenuity of early aviation history. The American Clipper, with its iconic status as a precursor to the famous clipper planes of the 1930s and 1940s, continues to captivate aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
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