Gero (Adelard) Personal Papers, bulk bulk

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Summary

Title:
Adelard J. Gero Personal Papers
Dates:
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Abstract:
Adelard Gero came up with innovative designs for personal automobile aircraft as well as commuter and commercial transportation.
Extent:
.3 Cubic Feet This is a one box collection measuring 15 ½ x 12 ¼ x 5 inches. The collection contains many sketches, notes, references papers, patent documents, drawings, negatives, and templates for Adelard J. Gero’s V/S.T.O.L designs. Gero came up with innovative designs for personal automobile aircraft as well as commuter and commercial transportation.
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

This is a one box collection measuring 15 ½ x 12 ¼ x 5 inches. The collection contains many sketches, notes, references papers, patent documents, drawings, negatives, and templates for Adelard J. Gero’s V/S.T.O.L designs. Gero came up with innovative designs for personal automobile aircraft as well as commuter and commercial transportation.

The drawings are in the archives drawings section, and stored in box D-2383. The drawing identification numbers range from RD 11340 to 11353.

Biographical / historical:

Adelard J. Gero was an engineer, innovator, and inventor. He was committed to creating V/STOL aircraft for commercial and civilian use. He created many blueprints and patents for his Sky-Car, the V.T.O.L. Air Commuter, and the Gero Airbus.

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About this collection guide

Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace on 2016-12-28 16:08:49 +0000 .

Access and use

Restrictions:

The collection is open to use by appointment.

Location of this collection:
2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park
San Diego, CA 92101, US
Contact:
(619) 234-8291
archives@sdasm.org
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