Original U.S. WWII USAAF AN Mark 4 Aircraft Night Signal Float Light Dated 1942
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Original Item: One-of-a-kind. This is a fantastic hand WWII AN Mark 4 Aircraft Night Signal Float Light. The float light was a smoke-producing flare designed to be dropped by an aircraft over open water for drift sighting during the day or night. This type would have been used from the late 1930s through World War II.
Lights were constructed of adhesive, aluminum, brass, and wood, around the smoke charge.
Offered in very good/excellent condition these are exceptionally rare with an example currently on display at the Smithsonian Air and Space museum.
Ready to display!
AN-Mk 4 Specifications
Length: 13 inches
Diameter: 3 inches
Weight: 2 pounds
Burning time: 3 to 3.5 minutes
Time from impact to ignition: 8 to 12 seconds
Release altitude: Under 500 feet
Visibility: Night - 6 to 7 miles
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Totally inert, cannot be converted to an explosive device, not available for export. This item is completely legal within the USA. International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and Local laws. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America.
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