Aviation de l'Espace Magazine No. 349 1962 old vintage Hughes 269A helicopter

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Description

This old magazine titled Aviation Magazine de l’Espace is issue number 349 dated June 15, 1962, as indicated on the cover. It is a periodical specializing in aeronautical and space news, whose main visual features a two-seater Hughes 269A helicopter, photographed in flight in front of a building displaying several flags, including those of France and the United States. The headline, "ROYAL FLUSH VII: success for our 23rd squadron," reflects the military and technical theme of this issue.

The cover features graphics typical of the early 1960s, with a color photograph and text boxes in yellow and white. The "AVIATION Magazine de l’espace" logo is clearly visible in the upper left. The dynamic aerial scene highlights the Hughes 269A helicopter, a device recognized for its performance in the light helicopter category at the time.

At the bottom of the cover, a note specifies: "The most powerful of light helicopters, the two-seater Hughes 269A makes a remarkable entry into Europe (Ektachrome J. Pérard)", confirming the documentary and technical nature of the magazine. The layout, paper grain, and overall aesthetic attest to a period edition, characteristic of specialized publications of the early 60s.

The issue number, price (2 NF for France, 2.90 FRS for Switzerland, 28 FRS for Belgium) and date are clearly printed on the front. No other internal content details are visible in this image, but the overall condition of the cover shows slight signs of wear and tear: blunted corners, a crease mark in the upper left, and a patina consistent with an authentic period copy.

This magazine is a reference source for the history of aviation and aeronautics, particularly sought after for its photographic reports, technical dossiers, and in-depth articles on the evolution of aircraft and squadrons in the 1960s.

Condition

Used condition and sold as is. Slight signs of wear visible on the cover: blunted corners and edges, small folds and traces of time, with no apparent tears on the shown face. Good overall condition for a periodical of this era.

Did you know? The Hughes 269A, highlighted on this cover, was one of the first light helicopters to be widely used for civil and military pilot training from the early 60s. Its robust design and great maneuverability made it an emblematic aircraft of the beginnings of the modern helicopter.

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