Spad XIII serial 4377 running-up at La Ferte-Alois. It made its first post-restoration flight there on May 4 this year.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: SPAD S.XIII - ФранцияFrance - 1917

Left: The Spad’s spotless pul back into working order by the Musee de l'Air, is on loan to the MFA for the duration of the Spad's active life.
Right: The Spad's starboard forward fuselage with access panels removed.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: SPAD S.XIII - ФранцияFrance - 1917

The upper wing under restoration in 1989. When delivered to the MFA, the Spad's flying surfaces were complete except for the rudder.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: SPAD S.XIII - ФранцияFrance - 1917

The eyecatching Indian-head insignia of the Escadrille Lafayette.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: SPAD S.XIII - ФранцияFrance - 1917

Restoration of the fuselage nearing completion at the MFA's Meudon workshops, with Musee de l'Air facilities and expertise on tap.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: SPAD S.XIII - ФранцияFrance - 1917