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MERMOZ Jean P.A.S., [early 1933]; 1 oblong page, in-4. During his renewed attempt to cross the South Atlantic aboard the Couzinet 70 ‘L’Arc en Ciel’ aircraft. Draft telegram addressed to the Minister of Aviation in Paris. ‘Longitudinal and lateral stability; L’Arc en Ciel’s course-holding performance perfect Stop Stability in normal flight with engine off Stop turns to the right and left with one engine shut down, though with some tail vibrations, not dangerous Stop Otherwise, manoeuvrability unnecessary; normal flight Stop L’Arc-en-ciel manoeuvres usable by any good airline pilot Stop pilots and technical staff equally well informed Stop Do not understand the doubts that seem to exist Stop Respectfully and with dedication” Source: - Jean Mermoz (1901–1936); - Gabrielle Gillet-Mermoz (1880–1955); - Then passed down through the family
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Auction time 11/03/2026 at 11:00 AM
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