Propeller [Farman]

Object detail

Accession number

1966.446

Maker

Farman Aviation Works

Production period

1910s

Description

A varnished wooden propeller with 2 blades and copper sheathing on propeller tips. Green paint around the central hub which has 8 holes around it. Stamped in centre; B 25356, DG 8303, HP 80 REN, M FARMAN, H 26103. The Maurice Farman (M Farman) was a French Aircraft used as a basic trainer by the British. Maurice Farman was a pioneer in French aviation, producing several biplanes.

Marks

B / DC 2503 / HP 80 REN / M. FARMAN / B 25356 Engraved
THE INTEGRAL PROPELLER COMPANY CO LIMITED / MADE BY / RHAMRIEY / BRITISH MAKE Maker's Mark

Media/Materials

Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Metal/Copper

Credit Line

Farman Aviation Works. Circa 1915. Propeller [Farman], 1966.446. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Component, Aircraft Propeller, Aircraft Tools & Equipment for Communication Aerospace Transportation T&E Aerospace Transportation Accessories

Production place

France Western Europe Europe

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

Subject auto tags

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