Scope and Contents From the Record Group: The Early Aviation Photograph Collection is a collection of unknown origins consisting of 328 black-and-white photographic prints and 299 negatives primarily depicting aircraft from the first half of the 20th century. Some airships, airports, pilots, and other subjects are also depicted in the photographs. The collection is arranged into two series: Airplane photographs and Non-airplane photographs. The first series, Airplane Photographs, makes up the bulk of the collection with...

Contents of the Collection The Early Aviation Photograph Album is comprised of a single album with 82 black-and-white photographs that depict aircraft and pilots. Most are dated between 1922-1927, although some are undated. It is not known who compiled the album. The album is black with "Photographs" printed on the cover. The binding is fairly loose and wear is visible on the album. Within the album, the photographs mostly depict aircraft, including biplanes, floatplanes, and seaplanes. Identified aircraft...