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1946: Cessna Airplane Descending to Land in Washington DC

1946: Cessna Airplane Descending to Land in Washington DC

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  • Year1946
  • Decade1940s
  • LocationWashington, DC, United States
  • Duration13s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD
  • Collection1946 Washington DC

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Cessna Airplane Descending to Land in Washington DC — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1946 captures a Cessna aircraft descending for landing in Washington, DC. The footage shows the small plane approaching the ground under a bright daytime sky, with clouds visible in the background. The scene reflects postwar aviation activity and the growing popularity of private flight training. The grainy, nostalgic quality of the 8mm film enhances the historical feel, offering authentic archival footage of early mid-century aviation in the U.S. capital. Ideal for documentaries, historical projects, and retro-themed content.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
AerialExterior
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
13s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
68000846

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1946 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
Washington, DC, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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