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I don't think I'm the only one on this forum to love the old artwork to be found on the covers of Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, Mechanix Illustrated and so forth... Most of the time, the aircraft that are featured there either existed or reflected genuine industry designs of the time.
In some instances, I find it hard to identify exactly what the aircraft is supposed to be... hence this topic, which I have titled in such a way that it allows for multiple requests by different members, so that we don't create a topic every time a new picture comes along.
For my first mystery design, I would like to share this wonderful illustration from Popular Mechanics dated December 1948. It depicts a kid launching a rocket-powered model aircraft on a ramp in the presence of his grandfather. I really love the design of that airplane... Could it be some project from Douglas? From Fairchild? Love it, anyway! Thanks to all who can provide information...
In some instances, I find it hard to identify exactly what the aircraft is supposed to be... hence this topic, which I have titled in such a way that it allows for multiple requests by different members, so that we don't create a topic every time a new picture comes along.
For my first mystery design, I would like to share this wonderful illustration from Popular Mechanics dated December 1948. It depicts a kid launching a rocket-powered model aircraft on a ramp in the presence of his grandfather. I really love the design of that airplane... Could it be some project from Douglas? From Fairchild? Love it, anyway! Thanks to all who can provide information...