AT-5C Ford American

AT-5C Ford American

AT-5C Ford American Airplane Model. The Ford Tri-motor was a rugged, dependable transport airplane, which won a permanent place in aviation history. It underwent several design changes. They were flown by more than one hundred airlines in the United States and all over the world. It first flew on June 11, 1926. The two main production versions of the Ford Tri-motor the 4-AT and the 5-AT was introduced in 1928. The 5-AT-C was built in 1929. The Ford Tri-motor was dubbed as the Tin Goose and it also appeared in a variety of official and unofficial modifications. It was operated with wheel, float or ski landing gear and had served with all branches of the US military. The Ford 5-AT-C was still operating in the Scenic Airlines of Las Vegas in the 1990s. Dimensions: 18"L x 7"W x 3.3"H

AT-5C Ford American

Originally built in 1925, the Ford Trimotor is one of the most iconic early American aircraft ever produced. While the Trimotor itself was technically a success, the Ford Company did not actually make a profit in the aviation sector, though the aviation sector certainly profited from the credibility that Ford's proven reputation provided. More than 100 airlines around the world operated Ford Trimotors, and the U.S. military utilized the craft heavily during the 1920s. The Trimotor was heavily involved in the pioneering days of aviation history, being involved in a number of historic acts including the first trans-polar flight, the first use of an aircraft in a U.S. presidential campaign, and being the tanker in the first mid-air refueling. The historic Ford Trimotor is modeled here in its 5-AT variant, in the livery of American Airlines. Tremendous attention to detail and superb construction make this model a must-have for any aviation enthusiast. Civil Transport Prop-driven aircraft, three engine Handcrafted, hand-painted mahogany construction Scale: 1/48th Operators: U.S. Army Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, British Royal Air Force, dozens of other military and civil interests worldwide Time in operation: 1929-present (6 examples flying) Pre-World War II era Manufacturers: Ford Length: 18 inches Wingspan:18 inches