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1940s Gas Turbine Development at Aerosciences Museum

November 18, 2021 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Northrup F-5 Tiger courtesy Empire State Aerosciences MuseumThe Empire State Aerosciences Museum, located at 250 Rudy Chase Drive in Glenville, will hold its monthly Fly-In Breakfast on Saturday, November 20th, from 8:30 am to 10:30 am.

At 10 am, Frank Hackert will talk about 1940s gas turbine development. Hackert, a retired GE Aerodynamics Engineer, will present a summary of the historical WWII local wartime efforts to develop a gas turbine engine to compete with the enemy.

Dedicated to interpreting aviation, particularly as related to New York State, the museum offers visitors a variety engaging and educational experiences, including interpretive exhibits, a spectacular collection of restored aircraft, the State’s largest aviation library and an airpark with over 20 aircraft.

Exhibits include the enemy aircraft in the film Top Gun, a 13’ scale model of the Japanese aircraft carrier “Akagi” built for the film Tora, Tora, Tora and a mockup of Amelia Earhart’s Lockheed 10, used in the TV movie The Final Flight starring Diane Keaton. Also, newly erected is a ½ size replica of a British Airways Concorde, in front of the Museum.

The breakfast menu will include pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, potatoes, juice, coffee, tea and more.

Pilots: Tower Frequency 121.3; Ground 121.9. Land at Schenectady County Airport and taxi to Richmor Aviation North. Tell them you are going to ESAM.

For more information about the museum call (518) 377-2191 or visit the museum website.

Photo of Northrup F-5 Tiger courtesy Empire State Aerosciences Museum.

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