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Farman Sport, 1924. Creators: Henri Farman, Maurice Farman, H. & M
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Farman Sport, 1924. Creators: Henri Farman, Maurice Farman, H. & M
Single-engine light biplane. In 1919, the H.& M. Farman Aeroplane Company of France produced the Farman Sport two-place sport and light commercial biplane. In 1922, C.T. Ludington and Wallace Kellett of Philadephia, Pennsylvania, formed the Ludington Exhibition Company as agents for Farman aircraft, and in 1923, they imported their first two Sports. Their pilot flew this aircraft, serial number 15, C-72, in the 1924 " On to Dayton Race, " which included flying over the treacherous Allegheny Mountains. After suffering severe damage in 1928, NC-72s airworthiness certificate was revoked and it languished for years in Pennsylvania and New Jersey until Ken Hyde of Warrenton, Virginia, restored it. C.T. Ludington himself identified the aircraft, allowing Hyde to reclaim the NC-72 registration. This is the last remaining Farman Sport
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This print showcases the iconic Farman Sport, a single-engine light biplane that took the aviation world by storm in 1924. Created by Henri Farman, Maurice Farman, and the H. & M. Farman Aeroplane Company of France, this aircraft was not only a symbol of innovation but also a testament to the daring spirit of early aviators. In 1923, two Sports were imported to Philadelphia by C. T. Ludington and Wallace Kellett, who formed the Ludington Exhibition Company as agents for Farman aircraft. Serial number 15, C-72, became renowned after participating in the thrilling "On to Dayton Race" in 1924. This race involved navigating through treacherous Allegheny Mountains - a true test of skill and bravery. Unfortunately, NC-72 suffered severe damage in 1928 which led to its airworthiness certificate being revoked. For years it languished in Pennsylvania and New Jersey until Ken Hyde from Warrenton, Virginia stepped forward to restore it with great dedication. Thanks to Hyde's efforts and with assistance from C. T. Ludington himself who identified the aircraft, NC-72 regained its original registration as an important piece of aviation history - The last remaining Farman Sport. Displayed at an esteemed institution like the National Air and Space Museum (NASM), this photograph serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of air transport technology while honoring those pioneers who paved the way for modern aviation advancements.
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