Magazine Aviation Magazine International 1964 Parachute Vintage Rare

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Description

The magazine shown in the photo is a copy of Aviation Magazine International, issue 490, dated August 1, 1964. The cover features a dynamic color photograph of a parachutist viewed from below, with the deployed parachute occupying most of the page. The dominant colors are blue, white, and red, giving the cover a distinctive 1960s aesthetic.

In the upper left corner, there is a yellow and white box with the title "AVIATION Magazine" and the word "international" in red. Also visible are the sections "Les Ailes" (The Wings) and "L’Air et l’Espace" (Air and Space), typical of this specialized journal covering aeronautical and space news of the era. The visual composition of the cover reflects the characteristic layout of technical and enthusiast periodicals of the 1960s, featuring spectacular photographs and a clean design.

The issue number and publication date are printed at the bottom right: "Numéro 490, 1er août 1964" (Issue 490, August 1, 1964). The original selling price is also legible ("2.50 F"), with adjusted rates for Belgium, Switzerland, and Spain. No other text or logo is visible on the photographed cover.

The overall observable condition shows an antique magazine with slightly softened corners, some handling marks, and possible surface wear, typical of an old magazine that has been thumbed through. The spine and back are not visible in the photo, so their precise condition cannot be described.

This vintage magazine is an authentic testament to aeronautical press from the mid-20th century, illustrating the interest in air conquest and parachuting techniques during that period.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The cover shows moderate signs of wear related to age and handling, with no tears or missing parts visible in the photographed area.

Did you know? Aviation Magazine International, launched in 1945, was one of the main French-language magazines dedicated to civil, military, and aerospace aviation. It documented major technical advances and aerial achievements throughout the Cold War and the space race period.

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