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1947: Cessna Aircraft Descending for Landing

1947: Cessna Aircraft Descending for Landing

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  • Year1947
  • Decade1940s
  • LocationMiddletown, United States
  • Duration6s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD
  • Collection1947 Middletown

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Cessna Aircraft Descending for Landing — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1947 captures a Cessna aircraft descending for landing in Middletown, United States. The small plane glides through a bright daytime sky, with clouds visible in the background and a fan or propeller motion suggesting flight activity. The scene reflects post-war aviation interest, possibly a training or commercial flight, with people observing the landing. This nostalgic, archival footage offers a rare glimpse of early mid-century aviation in a small American town, showcasing the era's technology and outdoor activity. Ideal for historical documentaries, retro vintage projects, and vintage aviation content.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
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Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
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Duration
6s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
68031599

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Date
1947 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Location
Middletown, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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