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Hurel-Dubois HD. 34 F-BICU
Hurel-Dubois HD.34 F-BICU, of the Institut Geographique Nationale (IGN), the French government photo-surveying and mapping agency, somewhere in Africa, probably Cote d Ivoire or Senegal. Date: circa 1970
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1970 Agency Cote Institut Mapping Nationale Senegal Ivoire
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This photograph captures the Hurel-Dubois HD.34 F-BICU aircraft in flight, likely over the vast savannas of Africa during the late 1960s or early 1970s. The Hurel-Dubois HD.34 was a versatile and innovative aircraft, designed and manufactured by the French company Hurel-Dubois Aviation, primarily for aerial surveying and mapping missions. At the time, the Institut Géographique National (IGN), the French government's photo-surveying and mapping agency, was at the forefront of advancing geographical knowledge and cartographic accuracy. The IGN's fleet of aircraft, including the Hurel-Dubois HD.34 F-BICU, played a crucial role in the exploration and documentation of Africa's diverse landscapes. The Hurel-Dubois HD.34 F-BICU, with its distinctive red and white livery, is seen here in flight, carrying an array of sophisticated cameras and sensors designed to capture high-resolution imagery and topographic data. The aircraft's unique design, featuring a T-tail and a large, open cockpit, allowed for unobstructed views of the terrain below, ensuring the most accurate and comprehensive data possible. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the cutting-edge technology and innovation that drove the advancement of geographical knowledge and mapping during the mid-20th century. The Hurel-Dubois HD.34 F-BICU, with its distinctive silhouette and vital role in the exploration and documentation of Africa's vast and diverse landscapes, remains an enduring symbol of the power of aviation and the human drive to understand and map our world.
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