Original Robinson Airfoil Fuselage Aircraft Patent Model

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1931/1932; Robinson Airfoil Fuselage Corporation - New York City, NY

Carved wooden aerodynamic aircraft model produced by the Robinson Airfoil … Read more 1931/1932; Robinson Airfoil Fuselage Corporation - New York City, NY

Carved wooden aerodynamic aircraft model produced by the Robinson Airfoil Fuselage Corporation as a patent piece during the early years of aviation development. The streamlined monoplane features an integrated airfoil fuselage design intended to increase lift while reducing drag, with carved cockpit details, fixed tail surfaces, engine mounting points, and metal attachment loops for suspension or testing. Included with the model is a group of original period materials consisting of two silver gelatin photographs depicting the same aircraft model and an original January 25, 1932, typed letter on Roxy Theatres Corporation letterhead signed by Clark Robinson, who was serving as the Roxy Theatre's art director at the time.

Addressed to Charles J. Carlotti, the letter discusses Robinson's repurchase of corporate stock, progress on his aviation patents, repayment of company debts, and plans to begin work on a larger aircraft. The reverse of the mounting board bears "Property of Charles J. Carlotti" stamps, linking the documentation to its original recipient. More photos available by request.

The Robinson Airfoil Fuselage Corporation was an early New York aviation venture founded to develop aircraft utilizing an airfoil-shaped fuselage intended to improve aerodynamic efficiency. Although the company never achieved commercial production, surviving prototypes and documentation illustrate the experimental spirit that characterized aviation innovation during the interwar period.

Presentation Board: 16" W x 20" H
Aircraft Model: Approx. 13" L x 16" W x 4.75" H See less