Object Details
Manufacturer
Fairchild Aerial Camera Corp.
Physical Description
Black metal with a 8-1/4in. wide angle f.4 lens. It has two spade grips, a sight, four filters and an electric intervalometer.
Summary
Sherman M. Fairchild’s 1922 K-3B aerial film camera featured a between-the-lens shutter that produced precision photography for vertical and oblique missions. This first practical aerial camera became the industry standard for military, goverment and commercial use as it minimized distortion and accepted six different focal length lenses.
The Fairchild line of aerial cameras led to aircraft production and a prestigious international aerial survey company.
Credit Line
Transferred from the U.S. Navy
Inventory Number
A19710955000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Materials
stainless, white metal, glass, lens
Dimensions
3-D: 30.5 x 39.4 x 43.2cm (12 x 15 1/2 x 17 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Thomas W. Haas We All Fly
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19710955000