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Keystone K-78 Patrician - NX7962
Keystone K-78 Patrician NX7962. The Patrician was a 21 seat tri-motor airliner. Only one K78 and two K-78D Patricians were built, production plans falling prey to the Great Depression. Date: circa 1930
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This photograph showcases the sleek and innovative Keystone K-78 Patrician NX7962, a 21-seat tri-motor airliner that graced the skies during the early aviation era, circa 1930. The Patrician was a groundbreaking design for its time, featuring advanced engineering and aerodynamic principles. Despite its impressive capabilities, only one K-78 and two K-78D Patricians were built, as production plans were unfortunately halted by the onset of the Great Depression. The K-78 Patrician was a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the aviation industry during this period. Its tri-motor configuration ensured reliable power and redundancy, while its streamlined design minimized air resistance for optimal performance. The cabin was spacious and comfortable, accommodating up to 21 passengers in relative luxury. The Patrician's legacy may have been short-lived due to economic circumstances, but its impact on aviation technology was significant. Its advanced features, such as retractable landing gear and a pressurized cabin, paved the way for future developments in air travel. This photograph serves as a reminder of the pioneering spirit that drove the aviation industry forward, even in the face of adversity. This image, from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a rare glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the possibilities of flight were limited only by the bounds of human imagination.
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