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Vintage U.S. Military Aircraft Radio Compass Control Panel – North American Philips C-423B/A

Authentic Vintage Military Aviation Equipment

An impressive piece of American military aviation history, this original North American Philips C-423B/A radio compass control panel was designed for use in military aircraft navigation and communications systems.

Manufactured by North American Philips Co., Inc., in Mount Vernon, New York, this specialized control unit features an automatic compass selector, directional loop controls, multiple radio frequency ranges, tuning controls, and volume adjustment.

Radio direction-finding equipment like this helped military aircrews locate radio signals and navigation beacons, providing essential assistance during long-distance flights and operations in poor visibility.

The unit retains its original military identification plate marked “U.S. PROPERTY,” along with vintage wiring, mechanical controls, and an inspection seal on the rear assembly.

Features:

• Original U.S. military aircraft radio equipment

• Manufacturer: North American Philips Co., Inc.

• Model: C-423B/A

• Automatic radio compass and navigation controls

• Multiple frequency bands and directional loop selector

• Original wiring harness and period components

• Military identification plate and inspection markings

• Authentic vintage condition with age-related wear

Historical Significance

Radio compass systems played an important role in military aviation, helping crews navigate over long distances and locate radio transmitters. This surviving control panel represents the sophisticated electronic equipment developed for military aircraft during the mid-20th century.

An excellent collectible for military aviation enthusiasts, aircraft restorers, museums, or anyone looking for an authentic piece of aviation history.

Exact aircraft application and production date have not been confirmed. Sold as a historical collectible; operational condition untested.

Additional details 

• We built the display case from heavy steel 
• We left the back open to see the detail and markings 
• Professionally wired for 120V household power (can be used on others voltages with an adapter)
• Handcrafted in Lakeville, Minnesota, USA
• One-of-a-kind collectible—no two are exactly alike