Rocket, Flying Model Kit, Space Explorer

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Object Details

Manufacturer

American Telasco Limited

Designer

Paul E. Del Gatto

Summary

This is an unassembled "Space Explorer" flying model plane in its retail package. Built by American Telasco Limited, it has balsa sheets from which to make the fuselage and wings and a plastic canopy and pilot. The kit does not contain any motors with which to power the model.

G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of model rockets, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Inventory Number

A19930645000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Wood, Cardboard, Paper, Plastic, Aluminum, Adhesive

Dimensions

Overall (Retail Box): 1ft 1/4in. x 3 3/8in. x 2 3/4in. (31.12 x 8.57 x 6.99cm); weighs 104 grams. Model is 11 inches long and has a wingspan of 14 inches when assembled.

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9cfabe711-d6be-4b31-944d-181f57808f34

Record ID

nasm_A19930645000