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Gero (Adelard) Personal Papers
SDASM.SC.10189
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Language of Material:
English
Contributing Institution:
San Diego Air and Space Museum Library and Archives
Title: Adelard J. Gero Personal Papers
Identifier/Call Number: SDASM.SC.10189
Physical Description:
.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.
Date (bulk): bulk
Abstract: Adelard Gero came up with innovative designs for personal automobile aircraft as well as commuter and commercial transportation.
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.
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.
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Subjects and Indexing Terms
VTOL
STOL
Gero Skycar
Gero Airbus
Gero Commuter
Gero, Adelard