Description
You are bidding on a VERY RARE used example of a WW2 USAAF Consolidated B-24 “Liberator” Pilot Control Yoke Center Cap! Made by the Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation! This original cap was mounted in the center of the aircraft’s control yoke and retains the desirable “Consolidated Vultee”, and “Made By Ford”, marking associated with B-24 Liberators produced at the company’s massive wartime manufacturing facility in Ypsilanti, MI. A BEAUTIFUL and highly displayable piece of original American aviation history from one of the most important heavy bombers of the Second World War!
The Consolidated B-24 Liberator was one of the most widely produced heavy bombers of WW2 and served extensively with the USAAF in every major theater of the war. Known for its distinctive Davis wing and long-range capability, the B-24 was utilized for strategic bombing, anti-submarine patrols, cargo transport, reconnaissance, and maritime operations. Consolidated Aircraft later merged into Consolidated Vultee, commonly known as Convair, with major wartime production taking place at facilities including Fort Worth, Texas, where thousands of Liberators were constructed for the Allied war effort. Aircraft components bearing “Consolidated Vultee” markings are highly sought after today due to their direct connection to one of the most significant American aircraft production programs of the war.
Made of molded plastic, this original control wheel center cap remains in EXCELLENT used condition overall with all original paint and finish present. The domed face displays beautifully with strong “Consolidated Vultee”, and “Made By Ford” markings…and no cracks, dents, repairs, or structural damage! All original mounting tabs remain intact. There is some minor age crazing visible, though it appears more pronounced in the auction photographs due to flash photography and is noticeably less visible in person. No repainting or restoration is present. I have shown its location in the last image. A BEAUTIFUL and highly displayable original cockpit component from one of the most iconic American bombers of the war…PERFECT for any serious USAAF or aviation collection!
