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1962 Soviet Russian Cold War Aviation News Clipping - Vladimir Klimov - Ready For Framing

1962 Soviet Russian Cold War Aviation News Clipping - Vladimir Klimov - Ready For Framing

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Vintage Original 1962 Soviet Russian Cold War Aviation News Clipping - Vladimir Klimov - Ready For Framing

Measures Approx. 2-3/8" Wide By 3-1/8" Tall

In Very Good Vintage Condition - Trimmed Edges, Toning Due To Age And History-Collectors Watermarked That Is Not On The Clipping. 

This Clipping Highlights Two Key Developments In Soviet Aviation History During The Cold War Era. The First Segment Discusses The Introduction Of The Ilyushin Il-62, A Long-Range Transport Aircraft Designed To Rival Western Counterparts Like The Vickers VC-10. With Four Rear-Mounted Turbojets, It Carried 182 Passengers At A Cruising Speed Of 560 MPH Over 4,800 Miles. The Second Segment Marks The Death Of Vladimir Klimov, A Renowned Soviet Aero-Engine Designer. Klimov Developed The VK-105/107 Engines For Iconic WWII Aircraft Like The Yak Fighters And Adapted The Rolls-Royce Nene Into The VK-1 Turbojet, Powering Key Soviet Warplanes. This Clipping Reflects Soviet Efforts In Aviation Innovation And Tribute To Key Contributors.

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