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.


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    Title :

    The Avorio-Prassone kite balloon


    Additional title:

    Aviation


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1920


    Size :

    3 pages


    Remarks:

    6 Figs.


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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