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Model, Static, Beech G17S Staggerwing

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    Object Details

    Manufacturer

    F. E. Phelps Models Ltd.

    Physical Description

    Resin display model of a Beech G17S Staggerwing single radial engine, propeller, biplane, general aviation aircraft in an overall blue color scheme with white trim and detailed interior; with stand (A19981533001). 1:24 Scale. Circa 1980.

    Credit Line

    Gift of John H. and Cynthia S. Heyde

    Date

    ca. 1980

    Inventory Number

    A19981533000

    Restrictions & Rights

    Usage conditions apply

    Type

    MODELS-Aircraft

    Materials

    Resin
    Paint
    Copper Alloy
    White Metal
    Steel
    Synthetic fishing line
    Adhesive

    Dimensions

    Model: 33.7 × 40.6 × 11.4cm (1 ft. 1 1/4 in. × 1 ft. 4 in. × 4 1/2 in.)
    Storage (w/ stand): 39.4 × 36.8 × 15.2cm, 1.4kg (1 ft. 3 1/2 in. × 1 ft. 2 1/2 in. × 6 in., 3lb.)

    Country of Origin

    United Kingdom

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    Location

    National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC

    Exhibition

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    Data Source

    National Air and Space Museum

    Metadata Usage

    Not determined

    Link to Original Record

    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv925c77d0b-e0a8-4aeb-b824-f3057ce64bd4

    Record ID

    nasm_A19981533000

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