USAAF COMPASS AS REMOVED FROM an AT-11 AIRCRAFT For Sale

This is an outstanding and increasinglydifficult-to-find original WWII U.S. Army Air Forces Type D-12 aircraftcompass. According to its history, this compass was removed from a scrappedBeechcraft AT-11 Kansan advanced bombardier training aircraft in 1946 and hasremained preserved ever since. Finding one with documented post-war removalhistory and in this exceptional state of preservation is becoming extremelyuncommon.

This is a 1942 production example and retains bothof its original manufacturer data plates, adding greatly to itsauthenticity and collector appeal. The compass remains in excellentworking condition, with the compass card operating smoothly andaccurately. Even more impressive, the original damping fluid shows nosigns of evaporation, a condition that is rarely encountered aftermore than 80 years. The housing is exceptionally clean, displaying only honestsigns of age and careful handling.

The compass measures approximately 6½ inches indiameter, making it an impressive display piece for any WWII aviationcollection. Originally installed in the famous AT-11 Kansan,this aircraft served as the U.S. Army Air Forces\' primary advanced bombardiertrainer during World War II, preparing thousands of bombardiers for combatservice overseas.

Whether you are restoring a WWII military aircraft,assembling an authentic cockpit display, or adding to a serious collection oforiginal USAAF flight instruments, this Type D-12 compass is an exceptionalopportunity. Examples in this condition, with intact fluid, complete dataplates, and known aircraft provenance, are seldom offered for sale.

A beautiful original WWII USAAF cockpit instrument that would make thecenterpiece of any military aviation collection. All items sold are100% guaranteed. This is truly as nice as you will find.Don\'t miss this outstanding original WWII aviation relic.