Camera, Vought Aircraft Torpedo, Type 1, U.S. Navy

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Manufacturer
Solar Aircraft Co.
Physical Description
Type I; gray metal; f.4.5 lens; case and accessories.
Summary
This panoramic camera, displayed with various accessories, was made for the U.S. Navy by the Russell Vought Division of the Solar Aircraft Company. Mounted on torpedo bombers, it documented aerial torpedo attacks. The 7-inch-long negative provided a wide oblique view.
Credit Line
Gift of Victor W. Tatelman.
Inventory Number
A19860039000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Dimensions
24 x 27 x 10cm
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Hangar
Boeing Aviation Hangar
National Air and Space Museum
Record ID
nasm_A19860039000
Metadata Usage (text)
Not determined
GUID (Link to Original Record)
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9d5c4394e-b04f-462c-8405-97f5c95c1fef
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