[Curtiss Model D Headless aircraft during air race]

Photograph of a Curtiss Model D Headless aircraft, piloted by William S. Luckey, during an air race, Manhattan, New York, October 13, 1913. The typed caption on the verso notes that the race was held to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the Wright brothers' flight at Kitty Hawk.

Caption on verso: "Winner of 'Round Manhattan Race. W. S. Luckey starting in his 80 h. p. Curtiss biplane in the race from Oakwood, S. I., aviation field, around Manhattan Island and return, which was held on Columbus day in honor of the 10th anniversary of the first flight made by the Wrights. Luckey won, covering the 60 mile course in a stiff gale in the fast time of 53 min. 6 sec."

Stamped on verso: "Watch your copyright [illegible] / The International News Service, [address in New York], [illegible]."