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Original 8" x 10" International News Photo with slug on back: Original 1935 8" x 10" news photo with news slug on back. Showsthe US navy's new plane - a Curtiss XSBC which later became known as the Helldiver. Curtiss-Wright made a proposal to the Navy to build a staggered wing biplane, would not have folding wings but would have leading edge slots and the lower wing would have full span flaps. It was an all-metal aircraft with fabric covered control surfaces. It was powered by a 700 hp (522 kW) Wright XR-1510-12 fourteen-cylinder, twin-row, air-cooled engine driving a constant speed Curtiss Electric three-blade propeller, an enlarged canopy, enlarged vertical fin and rudder and retractable tail hook. A contract for this aircraft was signed in April 1935 and it made its first flight on 9 December 1935. Helldivers were obsolete before WWII and never were used in the war. Guarantee: We make every effort to describe our items as comprehensively and accurately as possible. It is up to you to ask questions prior to bidding - we will cheerfully answer all questions as quickly and completely as possible. Objects are sold in "as is" condition and we provide numerous pictures for your information. We offer refunds/returns if the item has been misrepresented or misdescribed and we will work with you in good faith to ensure your absolute satisfaction!
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