1961 Press Photo Air boat designed by Carl Wieland floats on Ohio River

Name: 1961 Press Photo Air boat designed by Carl Wieland floats on Ohio River
Brand: spx
SKU: spx10366
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Revolutionary new air boat designed by Carl Wieland, Zurich, Switzerland, floats on the Ohio River near Louisville, Ky., where engineers have been testing its performance since June 27. The 4,000 pound aluminum craft rides on a cushion of air as it skates over water at speed of 75 m.p.h.

Photo measures 8.5 x 6.75 inches.

Photo is dated 8-28-1961.

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1961 Press Photo Air boat designed by Carl Wieland floats on Ohio River

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