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Orlican Narodny Podnik L-40 Meta-Sokol G-ARSP
Orlican Narodny Podnik L-40 Meta-Sokol G-ARSP (msn 150907) Date: circa 1963
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This photograph showcases the Orlican Narodny Podnik L-40 Meta-Sokol (msn 150907), a Czechoslovakian-manufactured training and touring aircraft, with the registration number G-ARSP. The image, taken circa 1963, highlights the sleek and modern design of the Meta-Sokol, which was produced by Orlican Narodny Podnik, a leading aviation company in Czechoslovakia at the time. The L-40 Meta-Sokol was a versatile aircraft, capable of both training new pilots and serving as a touring plane for private use. With its distinctive metal fuselage and wings, the Meta-Sokol was a popular choice among aviation enthusiasts and pilots. In this photograph, the Meta-Sokol is seen parked on a grassy airfield, its wings gleaming in the sunlight. The aircraft's red, white, and blue livery is prominently displayed, a testament to its Czechoslovakian origins. The Meta-Sokol's cockpit is open, revealing the control panel and instruments within. The image captures a sense of tranquility and wonder, as if inviting the viewer to take to the skies and explore the world from a bird's eye perspective. The Orlican Narodny Podnik L-40 Meta-Sokol was an important part of aviation history, and this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. It serves as a reminder of the innovation and ingenuity of the aviation industry, and the sense of freedom and adventure that comes with flying.
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