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North American AT-6A NX61269
North American AT-6A (41-234 cn77-4193) NX61269, pilot Dori Marland, race number 49 ca 1947 - Information: NX61269 was a standard North American AT-6A-NA Texan, re-engined with a Ranger V-770 air-cooled inverted V-12 engine for its owner, a Mr Philpott. NX61269 was entered in the 1947 Halle Trophy race, flown by Hollywood actress and WASP Dori Marland, but failed to complete the race. NX61269 retained the Ranger engine for some time but later reverted to Pratt & Whitney R-1340 Wasp power
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with a piece of aviation history! Our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards feature stunning images, and this one showcases the iconic North American AT-6A NX61269 in action. Piloted by Dori Marland during a race in the late 1940s, this Texan aircraft is a classic symbol of aviation's golden age. Add a personal touch with a heartfelt message inside and make their day take off with delight!
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this vintage photograph, North American AT-6A NX61269, registered to a private owner at the time, takes to the skies with Hollywood actress and Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) member Dori Marland at the controls. The image, captured during the 1947 Halle Trophy race, showcases the sleek lines and powerful presence of the Texan trainer aircraft, which had been modified with a Ranger V-770 air-cooled inverted V-12 engine. The North American AT-6A, also known as the Texan or SNJ, was a popular advanced trainer used by the United States military during World War II and beyond. However, in the post-war era, some private owners sought to enhance the performance of their Texans by swapping out the standard Pratt & Whitney R-1340 Wasp engine for more powerful alternatives, such as the Ranger V-770. In this instance, the owner of NX61269, a Mr. Philpott, opted for the Ranger engine, which promised increased horsepower and improved performance. Dori Marland, an accomplished pilot and actress, was chosen to fly the modified Texan in the Halle Trophy race. Unfortunately, the aircraft did not complete the event. Despite the early setback, NX61269 continued to fly with the Ranger engine for some time before eventually reverting back to its original Pratt & Whitney powerplant. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the post-war aviation scene, where private owners sought to push the boundaries of their aircraft and where skilled pilots like Dori Marland continued to make history in the cockpit.
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