Vintage Photochrome Chicago Helicopter Airways Sikorsky S-58C Postcard

Condition: Pre-owned. With mild edgewear. Typical.

This vintage photochrome postcard features a striking aerial view of Chicago with a Sikorsky S-58C helicopter from Chicago Helicopter Airways prominently flying above the city skyline. The postcard captures the essence of mid-20th century aviation and urban development, showcasing the helicopter in flight with clear blue skies and iconic Chicago buildings in the background. Printed using the photochrome process, the image boasts vivid colors and sharp details typical of postcards produced from 1939 onward.Published by Colourpicture Publishers, Inc., Boston, this licensed reprint postcard highlights the S-58C as the largest and fastest 12-passenger helicopter of its time, known for its speed and comfort in daily scheduled passenger service. A great collectible for aviation enthusiasts and postcard collectors alike, this standard-sized 5.5 x 3.5 inch card offers a glimpse into the era's technological advancements and Chicago's dynamic cityscape.

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