Sikorsky S-48
2005 (Date manufactured/created)
Paper
Measurement Notes: frame, 32 3/4” x 26 3/4” image, 21 1/2 x 18”
Bottom center of print “Sikorsky S-48/Ob November 29, 1945 at Penfield Reef, Fairfield, Conn. two men on a stricken oil barge, run aground by a violent storm of wind, rain and snow, were rescued when the R-5D helicopter, hovering above the barge, carried them to safety. This is recorded as the first aerial rescue without touchdown of landing.” Image of a hovering helicopter with a man on a harness being lifted. Seen in image is a sinking barge and lighthouse in the distance. Gold Frame. Research for the artwork was done with assistance of FHS staff.
Gift of Joseph Keogan
2014.4