German Plane Production Can Be Duplicated in U S In Year
Glenn L. Martin, head of the large Middle River plant, said America could match Germany’s wartime output in a year if the government provides a clear production program. He noted the need for rapid decision on what planes to build and delivery schedules, and described extensive plant expansion, jig driven assembly lines, and the Martin company’s research and training efforts to speed mass production.
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Fourteen Bombers Leave Buffalo for Allied Service
Fourteen former United States Navy dive bombers prepared to depart Buffalo Municipal Airport for service in the European war. The aircraft, part of 60 traded to Curtiss Wright for resale, were stripped of U S insignia and camouflaged before flight to Canada via New England with refueling stops in Albany. An estimated 100 additional Army and Navy trade-ins are to be assembled for sale to the Allies in the coming weeks.
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Pierce Arrow Plant May Make Aircraft
The Pierce Arrow Motor Car plant in Buffalo may be bought by a New York City real estate firm for aircraft and engine manufacture. City Clerk John J. Coffey said a firm representative asked for full information and photos to view the plant for potential purchase. The firm’s identity was not disclosed. Fire on friendly plane over Suffolk coast identified as a friendly aircraft after anti aircraft fire.
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