The magnificent Antoinette was perhaps the most beautiful aircraft of its day. Leon Levavasseur, an engineer and artist, has designed it. It is this combination, that of technician and artist, which gives us this brilliant design. It's name comes from Antoinette Gastambide, the daughter of the manufacturer company director. It's pilot, Hubert Latham and the designer have a true friendship. They are always talking about the plane. I noticed this since my first visit to them when I was invited to watch some flights of the IV at the Societe Antoinette in 1908.
by Binka (2005-01-24 12:30:52)
Submitted by NMG
by Binka (2005-01-24 12:30:52)
Submitted by NMG
