The Bell Helicopter XV-1 Convertiplane represents a thrilling chapter in aviation history, blending the vertical lift capability of a helicopter with the speed and range of a fixed-wing aircraft. Operational in the 1950s, this pioneering prototype was part of the U.S. Army's exploration into VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) technology. The XV-1 was powered by a unique combination of rotor lift for takeoff and landing, and propeller thrust for forward flight, achieving speeds up to 200 mph, a remarkable feat at the time. Although it never entered mass production, the XV-1 set several speed records for rotorcraft and helped pave the way for future hybrid aircraft designs. Its legacy lives on as a testament to the innovative spirit of early VTOL research and development.
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Whether worn alone or layered this jersey t-shirt is soft yet durable to withstand your toddler's playtime demands It's the perfect combination of both comfort and style The shirt has a ribbed collar double-stitched sleeves and self-fabric neck tape
- 100 combed ring-spun cotton
- Ash is 99 combed ring-spun cotton and 1 polyester
- Heather is 90 combed ring-spun cotton and 10 polyester
- Fabric weight 45 ozyd (153 gm)
- Side-seamed construction
- Double-needle sleeves and bottom hem
- Ribbed topstitch on collar
- Shoulder-to-shoulder self-fabric neck tape
- EasyTear label
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