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Fine Art Print : Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet
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Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet
Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Me-163 V6 Komet Prototype (For C-Series) During Engine Start-Up / Anlassen Date: 1940s
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Introducing the stunning addition to our Fine Art Prints collection from Media Storehouse - the Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports us back in time to the 1940s, as we witness the iconic Luftwaffe prototype, V6 Komet, undergoing engine start-up. The Me-163C Komet, with its distinctive bullet-shaped design and revolutionary jet engine, was the world's first operational jet-powered aircraft. This exquisite print, with its rich detail and authenticity, is a must-have for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and art collectors alike. Embrace history and bring a piece of aviation legend into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.9cm x 42cm (18.9" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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This photograph captures the moment of excitement and innovation during the start-up of the Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet prototype, a groundbreaking rocket-powered fighter aircraft of the German Luftwaffe during the 1940s. The image, taken in the midst of World War II, showcases the determination and technological prowess of the German military in pushing the boundaries of aviation. The Me-163C Komet, designed by Alexander Lippisch and his team, was the first operational rocket-powered interceptor aircraft in history. Its distinctive shape and unique design, featuring a reusable liquid-fueled rocket engine, set new standards for speed and agility. The Me-163C was capable of reaching a top speed of over 600 kilometers per hour (373 miles per hour), making it a formidable weapon in the skies. The photograph depicts the Me-163C prototype during the engine start-up process, an essential step in preparing the aircraft for a test flight. The intense concentration of the ground crew, the hissing sound of the igniting fuel, and the plume of smoke rising from the engine are all testament to the power and complexity of this revolutionary aircraft. The Me-163C Komet holds a significant place in aviation history as the first production rocket-powered fighter aircraft and a record breaker of its time. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the ingenuity and ambition that drove the development of military aviation technology during the 1940s.
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