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Vtg Bendix Aviation Pioneer Instrument Radio Bearing Indicator Gauge + Compass
The lot includes:
1. DBA-Air Equipment ID-307/ARN Radio Bearing Indicator
- Face marked “RADIO BEARING”
- Marked ID 307/ARN
- Type 12801
- DBA-Air Equipment
- Licensed by Bendix
- Data plate marked “Indicateur d\'Azimut” (Azimuth Indicator)
- Associated with vintage TACAN / military aircraft radio-navigation equipment
- 360-degree bearing scale
2. Vintage Radio Compass Indicator
- Face marked “RADIO COMPAS”
- Data plate appears to read Type LC 20? — please refer to photos for exact marking
- Serial number appears to be L164
- Additional plate number appears to read 10.09?
- French-language identification/modification plate
- 360-degree compass scale
- Adjustable control/knob on front
Both instruments show considerable age and service/storage wear, including scratches, scuffs, finish loss, oxidation, discoloration, label wear and other cosmetic wear consistent with vintage aircraft equipment. The ID-307/ARN identification plate has areas of loss/wear. The Radio Compass housing has remnants of old labels/markings.
Neither instrument has been tested. Operational condition is unknown. They are being sold AS-IS as vintage aviation collectibles, display pieces, restoration projects, or for parts. No representation is made regarding airworthiness or suitability for aircraft use.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the exact instruments and condition you will receive.
