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Antique Framed Print : Caproni-Vizzola A-21 Calif 566
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Caproni-Vizzola A-21 Calif 566
Caproni-Vizzola A-21 Calif 566, 2-seat Open-class high-performance sailplane at Husbands Bosworth airfield during a UK National Gliding Competition. Date: circa 1980
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Media ID 21131395
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1980 2 Seat Airfield Bosworth Calif Competition Gliding High Performance Husbands Open Class Sailplane
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 19.6cm (14.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Soaring High: The Caproni-Vizzola A-21 Calif 566 in Action at the UK National Gliding Competition, Husbands Bosworth Airfield, Circa 1980" 2. Description: This photograph showcases the sleek and agile Caproni-Vizzola A-21 Calif 566 sailplane as it gracefully glides through the clear blue sky above Husbands Bosworth Airfield during the UK National Gliding Competition, circa 1980. The open-class, high-performance two-seater sailplane, registered as Calif 566, is seen in its element, demonstrating the pinnacle of aviation technology and the pilot's skill and dedication. 3. Background: The Caproni-Vizzola A-21 is an iconic Italian-designed sailplane that gained immense popularity in the gliding community for its impressive performance and aerodynamic design. The A-21 model, specifically, was renowned for its advanced features, including a streamlined fuselage, large wing area, and efficient wing design, which enabled it to achieve exceptional lift and glide ratios. 4. Event: The UK National Gliding Competition at Husbands Bosworth Airfield provided the perfect stage for the Caproni-Vizzola A-21 Calif 566 to showcase its capabilities. Pilots from various clubs and organizations across the country gathered to test their skills and compete for top honors in a series of challenging tasks and races. The event offered a unique opportunity for aviation enthusiasts to witness the beauty and power of these high-performance sailplanes in action. 5. Aviation and Aeronautical Interest: This photograph is an essential addition to any aviation or aeronautical collection, capturing the essence of the golden age of gliding and the spirit of competition that drives pilots to push the boundaries of their craft. The Caproni-Vizzola A-21 Calif 566 serves as a testament to the ingenuity and passion that continues to fuel the aviation industry, inspiring new generations of pilots and engineers to explore the boundless skies.
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