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United States Navy - Convair R3Y-2 Tradewind 13172
United States Navy - Convair R3Y-2 Tradewind 13172 of VR-2 at Naval Air Station Alameda. Number 13172 was converted to a 4-hose refuelling tanker. Date: 1956
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Media ID 21130737
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1956 Alameda Convair Converted Refuelling Tanker
12"x8" Photo Print
Experience a piece of aviation history with our Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the United States Navy's Convair R3Y-2 Tradewind 13172. Captured in 1956 at Naval Air Station Alameda, this vintage image showcases the Convair R3Y-2 in action, having been converted to a 4-hose refueling tanker. Add this stunning print to your collection and bring the rich history of the United States Navy and aviation into your home or office. Order now from Mary Evans Prints Online and relive the past with every detail of this classic photograph.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 17.4cm (12" x 6.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the United States Navy's Convair R3Y-2 Tradewind 13172 is seen parked at Naval Air Station Alameda in 1956. The Convair R3Y-2 was a versatile aircraft, initially designed as a maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare plane, but later converted into a 4-hose refueling tanker for the Navy's Fleet Replenishment Squadron 2 (VR-2). The image captures the sleek lines and imposing presence of the Convair R3Y-2 as it sits on the tarmac, its distinctive propellers casting long shadows on the ground. The aircraft's military markings and insignia are clearly visible, identifying it as a United States Navy asset. The date, 1956, is etched into the history of this aircraft, marking a period of significant evolution in the Navy's aviation capabilities. The conversion of the R3Y-2 into a refueling tanker was a crucial development for the Navy, enabling it to extend the operational range and endurance of its fleet. The four-hose refueling system allowed the tanker to transfer fuel to multiple aircraft simultaneously, increasing efficiency and reducing the need for individual refueling sorties. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the United States Navy's commitment to innovation and technological advancement during the mid-20th century. The Convair R3Y-2 Tradewind 13172, with its conversion to a 4-hose refueling tanker, represents an important chapter in the Navy's aviation history.
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