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Nixon Special biplane
Nixon Special biplane single-seater, built by John F Nixon, of Philadelphia PA. from plans published by John F McMahon in Aerial Age, powered by a 32-35hp Hall-Scott A-1; span: 22'0" length: 18'6" v: 98/x/22. Test-flown by Bert Acosta at Hazelhurst Field, Mineola NY, who then taught Nixon how to fly in a Jenny. Hung in a family barn in 1926, it was restored in 1957 for museum display. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 21131039
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Nixon Special biplane from Mary Evans Prints Online. This single-seater aircraft, designed and built by John F. Nixon of Philadelphia PA, gained notoriety after its plans were published in Aerial Age. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring this iconic biplane to life, with vibrant colors and stunning detail that truly capture the essence of this historic machine. Hang it on your wall and let the Nixon Special biplane transport you back in time, a unique and captivating addition to any room in your home or office.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
A black and white photograph capturing a moment from the early days of aviation. A pilot, dressed in a flight suit typical of the era, stands proudly beside his biplane, which features two wings stacked one above the other with support struts and wires between them. The aircraft has an open cockpit design common to that period, a single propeller at its nose, and fixed tail-dragger landing gear. The setting appears to be an open field—a natural choice for airstrips before paved runways became standard—suggesting this photo was likely taken after a successful flight or just before takeoff on a new adventure in the sky. The image is framed with rough edges giving it an authentic vintage feel.
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