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Photographic Print : Test pilot Gerard Demunk - front of Curtiss-Wright propeller
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Test pilot Gerard Demunk - front of Curtiss-Wright propeller
Test pilot Gerard Demunk stands in front of a Curtiss-Wright propeller with wider hollow steel blades, fitted to a Republic P-47 Thunderbolt
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Blades Fitted Gerard Hollow Pilot Propeller Stands Test Wider Aeronautics Curtiss Wright
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print featuring Test Pilot Gerard Demunk. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures Demunk in front of a Curtiss-Wright propeller, attached to a Republic P-47 Thunderbolt. The wider hollow steel blades of the propeller add to the power and presence of this iconic warplane. Bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office with this high-quality, rights-managed print. Order now and relive the excitement of the past through the beauty of this timeless photograph.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph, test pilot Gerard Demunk proudly stands in front of a revolutionary Curtiss-Wright propeller, its wider hollow steel blades fitted to a Republic P-47 Thunderbolt. The image captures the essence of a pivotal moment in aviation history as this innovative propeller design was about to revolutionize the performance of military aircraft. The P-47 Thunderbolt, a powerful and versatile single-engine fighter aircraft produced by Republic Aviation during World War II, was renowned for its robustness and firepower. However, its performance could be further enhanced with the addition of the advanced Curtiss-Wright propeller. The wider blades, made of hollow steel, offered increased efficiency and power, enabling the Thunderbolt to reach higher speeds and altitudes. Gerard Demunk, a skilled and experienced test pilot, played a crucial role in the development and implementation of this groundbreaking propeller technology. His expertise and dedication to the art of flight testing were essential in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of the new propeller system. In this photograph, he embodies the spirit of innovation and progress that characterized the aeronautical industry during the mid-20th century. The image transports us back to a time when the boundaries of aviation were being pushed ever further, and the thrill of flight was an intoxicating blend of danger, excitement, and discovery. The Curtiss-Wright propeller, with its wider hollow steel blades, was a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the pioneering men and women who shaped the future of flight.
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