Whitney Collection

Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp radials

A Member of Tattersall s
A scene from the play A Member of Tattersall s, by Captain H.S.Browning, which opened at the Whitney Theatre (now the Novello Theatre, Aldwych, London) on 28 February 1912

Distant granite peaks of Mount Whitney (4416m), Sierra Nevada, California, USA, North America

Whitney Straight (Maserati) at the Members Bridge turn, Brooklands, 1933, (1937). Artist: Gordon Crosby
Whitney Straight (Maserati) at the Members Bridge turn when breaking the Mountain lap record, Brooklands, 1933, 1937. From Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists

Catalina Flying Boat Catalina Flying Boat
Catalina Flying Boat - American consolidated flying boat. Two 1, 200 H.P. Pratt & Whitney Twin Wasp Engines. Range 4, 000 miles. Depicted sighting the Bismarck. Date: circa 1940s

Fleet Air Arm - Grumman Martlet II - AM958
A Grumman Martlet II of the Fleet Air Arm. Ordered by the British Purchasing Commission as Grumman G-36Bs, the Martlet II was powered by a Pratt and Whitney R-1830-S3C4-G engine

Miss A. A. Windle who flew Miles Magister, G-AKUA, and Wh?
Miss A.A. Windle who flew Miles Magister, G-AKUA, and Whitney Straight, G-AFGK, at the 1956 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Wisley on 15 July

Dassault Mirage G Swing-Wing Prototype in a Hangar with ?
Dassault Mirage G Swing-Wing Prototype in a Hangar with Pratt & Whitney P&W / Snecma Tf-306 Turbofan Jet-Engine Removed Date: 1967

New York City, Manhattan, Whitney Museum of American Art, exterior

Seversky SEV-S2 NX70Y (msn 43). Alexander de Seversky modified a P-35 for the National Air Races. Powered by a 950hp Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp Sc

Fleet Air Arm - Grumman Martlet V - JV337
A General Motors Martlet V of the Fleet Air Arm. the Martlet was soon to be re-named Wildcat (as per US Navy). the Martlet V was equivalent to the US Navy General Motors FM-1 (Grumman F4F-4)

Dassault-Breguet Mystere 20 1st prototype F-WLKB at the 1964 Paris Air Show, shown with the two 3, 300 lbf Pratt & Whitney JT12A-8 turbojet engines originally fitted

Thomas W Lamont, George Whitney, and JP Morgan, American financiers, 1930s. Artist
Thomas W Lamont, George Whitney, and JP Morgan, American financiers, 1930s. Three senior bankers from JP Morgan & Co, conferring at one of the numerous congressional investigations into financial

COTTON GIN, 19th CENTURY. Eli Whitneys cotton gin. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

The Last Ray
Mariuca Brancoveanu

Downtown Detroit, Michigan, USA. Date: circa 1930s

Transland Ag-2 N8330H and N8831H
Transland Ag-2 N8830H and N8831H, 1st and 2nd prototypes. For some years after World War II the Transland Aircraft Company of Torrance, California, a division of Hi Shear Rivet Tool Co

Transland Ag-2 N8330H, the first prototype in flight. For some years after World War II the Transland Aircraft Company of Torrance, California, a division of Hi Shear Rivet Tool Co

Senor Morales
A portrait oil painting of Senor Morales wearing a smart dinner suit and black hat, with a large coat hanging on his shoulders. Date: circa 1922

Portrait Of Lady Lavery
A portrait painting of Hazel Lavery, a painter and second wife of artist John Lavery. She became a lady in 1918, during World War 1

Bust, Head Of Spanish Peasant
A portrait sculpture of a Spanish peasant man wearing a simple bandana. Date: circa 1921

Looking At The Sea
A portrait oil painting of a young woman, relaxing on a rock, looking out towards the sea, half of her body is lit, casting an atmospheric shadow on her left. Date: circa 1921

Countryside Bridge
An oil painting of a quaint countryside bridge with three arches, which spans a small river, it is adjoined to an old stone building, four figures are standing on the bank, with their white horse

Women Of Soria
A portrait sketch of a woman with a thin smile and relaxed expression. Date: circa 1919

Whitney Straight (1912-1979) was an American born racing driver, aviator and businessman. He went on to develop the Miles Whitney Straight aircraft. Date: 1933

Duke of Kent with model aircraft
Prince George, Duke of Kent (1902-1942) with motorist and aviator Whitney Straight (1912-1979) and V. J. G. Woodson at a model aircraft factory. Date: 1940

Miles M. 11A Whitney Straight ZK-AXD
Miles M.11A Whitney Straight ZK-AXD (msn 506, ex G-AFZY, ex U-0227), at Hamilton NZ. in December 1963. Date: 1963

Pratt & Whitney R-1340 Wasp
Curtiss XP-3A No.2 28-189 (msn 10993), fitted with a 410hp Pratt & Whitney R-1340-1 Wasp, in a close fitting NACA cowling

Westland WG. 13 Lynx G-BEAD
Westland WG.13 Lynx G-BEAD (msn WA00-001, ex XW835), of Westland Helicopters Limited, at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show, held between 5-12 September 1976

Miles M. 11A Whitney Straight G-AFGK
Miles M.11A Whitney Straight G-AFGK (msn 509) Date: 1976

USA, Washington State, Brinnon. Whitney Garden and Nursery landscape reflects in pond. Date: 20-05-2021

Pratt & Whitney Wasp Jr. R-985-AN-14B "Dancing Engine", 1942
Begun in 1925 by former Wright Aeronautical employees as a spinoff from a machine tool company, Pratt & Whitney became one of the worlds largest manufacturers of aircraft engines, and the Wasp Jr

J H Whitney and jockey, racing fixtures
Racehorse owner J H Whitney and very small jockey, racing fixtures Date: 1930

Whitney and the Usurer (engraving)
3628810 Whitney and the Usurer (engraving) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whitney and the Usurer)

Grumman Wildcat - Single-seat mid-wing fleet fighter - Pratt and Whitney Twin-wasp or Wright 9-cyclinder Cyclone Engine. Each 1, 200 H.P. Top Speeds 325 and 330mph respectively

Whitney Straight, motor racing driver. 20th century

Whitney Straight attempting Brooklands lap record
Whitney Straight attempting to beat the Brooklands lap record in a Duesenberg. 20th century

Whitney Straight in a Maserati at Mount Ventoux
Whitney Straight taking his Maserati through a banked turn at Mount Ventoux. 20th century

The sculpting of the Titanic Statue designed by Mrs Harry Payne Whitney and Mr John Horrigan, representing the last inspiration of a departing soul

Whitney Hugged by the Bear (engraving)
3628817 Whitney Hugged by the Bear (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whitney Hugged by the Bear)

Beechcraft F-2-BH
United States Army Air Corps - Beechcraft F-2-BH. (The 14 F-2s were given the msn 340 to 353 and serial numbers 40-682 to 40-695)

Miles M. 11A Whitney Straight G-AFGK
Miles M.11A Whitney Straight G-AFGK (msn 509) Date: circa 1960

Thomas-Morse XP-13A Viper 29-453 (Wright Field number P-559). The XP-13A was converted from the XP-13, with a 450hp Pratt & Whitney SR-1340-9 radial engine

Convair 580 N331G (msn 202) Capitalist Tool of Forbes Magazine at London Heathrow Airport. built as a Convair CV-340-79-, powered by Pratt & Whitney R-2800 piston engines

McDonnell Douglas YC-15A 72-1876 (msn CX002), the second prototype, at the 1976 SBAC Farnborough Air Show. First flown in December 1975

Colt Walker Percussion Revolver, serial no. 1017, American, Whitneyville, Connecticut, 1847

Sunrise Alabama Hill, California

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"Whitney: A Journey Through Aviation, Art, and Adventure" From the SR-71 landing with a drag chute to the distant granite peaks of Mount Whitney (4416m), this captivating collection takes you on an exhilarating ride through various aspects of the name "Whitney". Immerse yourself in the world of aviation as you witness the awe-inspiring Catalina Flying Boat gliding gracefully across serene waters. Powered by Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp radials, it showcases both power and elegance. Transporting you back in time, we encounter Whitney Straight (Maserati) at the Members Bridge turn, Brooklands in 1933. The artist Gordon Crosby beautifully captures this historic moment that still resonates with speed enthusiasts today. Continuing our journey through aviation history, we delve into Fleet Air Arm's Grumman Martlet II - AM958. This formidable aircraft played a crucial role during World War II and symbolizes bravery and resilience. Meet Miss A. A. Windle who fearlessly flew Miles Magister G-AKUA alongside another mysterious aircraft whose identity remains unknown - Wh? What secrets lie behind its wings? Marvel at the engineering marvels powered by Pratt & Whitney R-4360 Wasp Major radials as they soar through the skies leaving spectators in awe. As dusk settles upon us, we are captivated by "The Last Ray, " a breathtaking image capturing nature's final farewell before nightfall. Witness how light dances upon Detroit's downtown skyline, illuminating every corner with its golden touch. Concluding our expedition is Lockheed JetStar N329J (1st prototype), reminding us that innovation knows no bounds when it comes to aviation technology. Through these diverse glimpses into different realms associated with "Whitney, " one thing becomes clear: whether it be soaring through clouds or creating art that stands the test of time – there is an undeniable sense of adventure and excellence that defines the name.