Model, Static, Heinrich Monoplane

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Model Maker
Christy McGrath
Physical Description
Wood exhibit model of a ca. 1914 Heinrich monoplane aircraft in overall silver color scheme. 1/16 scale.
Credit Line
Model by Christy McGrath, ca. 1959. Gift of George A. Page, Jr.
ca. 1959
Inventory Number
A19600023000
Restrictions & Rights
CC0
Type
MODELS-Aircraft
Materials
Wood
Dimensions
Model: 10.2 × 35.2 × 40.6cm (4 in. × 13 7/8 in. × 16 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Early Flight
National Air and Space Museum
Record ID
nasm_A19600023000
Metadata Usage (text)
CC0
GUID (Link to Original Record)
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv92f1a7d1b-4b04-4847-932d-a0941eb4122d
Silver model airplane with a brown propeller, strings fastened on the top, and Heinrich written in black on the side.
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Silver model airplane with a brown propeller, strings fastened on the top, and Heinrich written in black on the side.
Top view of a silver model airplane. The cockpit and wheels are gray, and the tail extends into three tail fins. The one in the center is white and has a red racing flag painted on it.
Side view of a silver model airplane. The body of the plane is very thin compared to the large round wings, which curve slightly upwards. Several strings are attached to a handle in the middle of the plane, likely for hanging the model.
Top view of a silver model airplane. The cockpit and wheels are gray, and the tail extends into three tail fins. The one in the center is white and has a red racing flag painted on it.