Aviation Magazine 33rd Wing 1963 old vintage collector airplane
Aviation Magazine 33rd Wing 1963 old vintage collector airplane
AFW - Antique France Worldwide
Description
This vintage issue of the specialized magazine Aviation Magazine is a period publication, dated December 1, 1963 (Issue 384). The cover features a remarkable color photograph of a French military aircraft, likely a Mirage III, seen from above in flight, with its tricolor markings clearly visible on the wings. The main title indicates the special feature dedicated to the "33rd Squadron," with the mention "Tactical Aerial Reconnaissance" at the top right.
The distinctive yellow header, with the "AVIATION Magazine" logo, is located in the upper left corner. The sections "LES AILES" (The Wings), "L'AIR ET L'ESPACE" (Air and Space) are also mentioned below the title, highlighting the magazine's focus on military and civil aviation as well as space aeronautics.
At the bottom right, we find the issue number (384), the precise publication date (December 1, 1963), the original price (2.50 F), the indication "Belgium 39 F, Spain 30 P," and the reference "Bimensuel N° 2" (Bi-monthly N° 2). A box contains a presentation text about the 1/33 "Moselle" squadron and its tactical reconnaissance missions, providing historical context for this issue.
The overall condition of the cover shows some typical signs of use for a period copy: a slight crease visible at the bottom left, blunted corners, but the print remains clear, and the whole retains its readability and visual appeal.
The graphic style, layout, and paper used are characteristic of French publications from the early 1960s, with a matte color print and period typography. This magazine is an authentic testimony to the aeronautical press of that period, particularly sought after for its technical features and original illustrations.
Condition
Used item, sold as is. Some visible signs of wear on the cover (creases, slightly marked corners). The overall condition remains good for a 1963 publication.
Did you know? The Mirage III, often featured in the French aeronautical press of the 1960s, was the first European fighter jet to exceed Mach 2 in horizontal flight. It was a cornerstone of the French Air Force, particularly within reconnaissance units like the 33rd Squadron.
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