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Ford 5-AT of TAT aloft from below
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Ford 5-AT of TAT aloft from below
Ford 5-AT of TAT, later TWA. First flown 11 June 1926 the Ford Tri-Motor AT-4 carried 8 passengers, while the AT-5 of 1928 carried 10. Ford built 196 of these, the fastest seller of their time. Date: circa 1930s
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This photograph showcases the Ford 5-AT of TAT, a historical aircraft manufactured by Ford Motor Company in the 1920s. The Ford Tri-Motor, specifically the AT-4 and AT-5 models, were significant milestones in aviation history, with the first flight taking place on June 11, 1926. These planes were Ford's fastest sellers, boasting the ability to carry eight passengers in the AT-4 and ten passengers in the AT-5, which was introduced in 1928. The image depicts the Ford 5-AT of TAT gracefully lifting off from the ground below, its wings spread wide and engines roaring. The tri-motor design, with three engines mounted on the wings, provided the necessary power for the aircraft to take flight and overcome the challenges of early aviation. The Ford 5-AT of TAT, later known as TWA, left an indelible mark on the aviation industry, paving the way for advancements in aircraft design and commercial air travel. The Ford Tri-Motors were built in large numbers, with a total of 196 produced between 1926 and 1933. This photograph, taken in the 1930s, captures a moment in time when the world was being connected through the air, and the Ford 5-AT of TAT was a vital part of that story. The Ford Tri-Motor's legacy continues to inspire aviation enthusiasts and historians alike, as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the early aviation pioneers.
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