This type was used extensively for observation purposes by Italian Army. Gas envelope is ellipsoidal or ovoidal, depending upon model, with major and minor axes differing only slightly in length. Wind resistance of balloon is reduced by airfilled cone attached to rear end of envelope.
The Avorio-Prassone kite balloon
Aviation
Aviation and Aircraft Journal ; 8 , n 8
1920
3 pages
6 Figs.
Article (Journal)
English
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