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Title: Sea Plane Ramp Looking West, March-November 1918.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of westward view of seaplane ramp at NAS Pensacola with a Curtiss R-6 taxiing away taken sometime between March and November 1918. Various means of transportation are visible in the photo from steam ships on the water, to the seaplane, to a horse drawn carriage in the middle right next to plan 776, and a chassis of a carriage being worked on in the lower right. The photos are duplicates yet contained different information on the back so are provided for contextualization. The first copy...
Show morePhoto of westward view of seaplane ramp at NAS Pensacola with a Curtiss R-6 taxiing away taken sometime between March and November 1918. Various means of transportation are visible in the photo from steam ships on the water, to the seaplane, to a horse drawn carriage in the middle right next to plan 776, and a chassis of a carriage being worked on in the lower right. The photos are duplicates yet contained different information on the back so are provided for contextualization. The first copy has a date range and notable planes that are seen in the photo. The second contains a possibly older description written on the back as well as an archival summary detailing how the date range was conceived.
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Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1918_c.a.march-nov1918_seaplaneramps
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Title: H-16 Seaplane Number 1043, 1918.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of Curtiss H-16 seaplane tail number 1043 at NAS Pensacola taken sometime in 1918. Sailors and crewmen relax in the waters of the bay in the background.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1918_circa1918_plane1043(1)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Sample of the Sky at Pensacola, 1918.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo taken from an airplane of three other planes in the sky over Pensacola Bay, taken sometime in 1918. Wing frames of the plane the photo was taken from are visible in the foreground while three planes fly into the distant near the upper center of the photo. The larger of the type is identified as a Curtiss HS type. The back of the photo contains the label given to the photo as well as an archival summary.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1918_circa1918_planesinsky
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Title: H-16 Seaplanes Refueling at Camp Saufley, December 7, 1918.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of H-16 seaplanes being refueled at Camp Saufley on Santa Rosa Island taken sometime after December 7, 1918. The planes are utilizing gravity to aid in refueling. The back of the photo contains descriptive information of the date and types of planes seen in the photo as well as an archival summary.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1918_dec1918photo_campsaufleyfuelingseaplane
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Title: HS Tractor Seaplane, March 30, 1916.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of an HS tractor seaplane at NAS Pensacola taken March 30, 1916. Men relax around the base of the plane which rests on a runway. The back of the photo contains identifying information in the upper left corner of the photo as well as an archival summary.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_march301916photo_thomasbrosHStractorseaplane
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Title: Catapult on USS Huntington, June 1917.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of a Martin Model "S" seaplane on a catapult and the crew of the USS Huntington taken June 5, 1917. Crew can be seen inspecting the plane before an assumed launch while other members recline and watch from the distance. The back of the photo contains descriptive information and an archival summary detailing the nature of catapult experiments.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_june51917photo_martinmodelah-19onhuntingtoncatapult
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Title: Anodizing Aircraft Parts, 1980 - 1996.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Official Navy photograph taken between 1980 and 1996 showing an electroplating process at the Naval Aviation Depot Pensacola. All Navy aircraft parts are anodized to provide an oxide layer on aluminum for corrosion protection, electrical insulation, and paint adhesion.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_c.a.1980-1996_anodizingparts(2)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Electroplating Process, 1980 - 1996.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Official Navy photo taken between 1980 and 1996 showing an electroplating process at the Naval Aviation Depot Pensacola. All Navy aircraft parts are anodized to provide an oxide layer on aluminum for corrosion protection, electrical insulation, and paint adhesion.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_c.a.1980-1996_electroplatingprocess(2)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Aerial View of NAS Pensacola and USS Lexington, Circa 1970's.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Aerial photo of NAS Pensacola with the USS Lexington docked in the bottom center of the photo taken sometime in the 1970's. Numerous cars and planes can be seen in the photo, with the planes clustered near the top left and middle right of the photo. The back of the photo contains a stamp of credit to the U.S. Navy, descriptive information, and an archival summary which details the exact models of the planes visible in the photo. The summary also indicates the photo was taken in the 1970's...
Show moreAerial photo of NAS Pensacola with the USS Lexington docked in the bottom center of the photo taken sometime in the 1970's. Numerous cars and planes can be seen in the photo, with the planes clustered near the top left and middle right of the photo. The back of the photo contains a stamp of credit to the U.S. Navy, descriptive information, and an archival summary which details the exact models of the planes visible in the photo. The summary also indicates the photo was taken in the 1970's though the date range penciled on the photo itself reads 1962 - 1992.
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Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_circa1970s_aerialNASwithlexington
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Title: Naval Aviation Depot's Machine Shop, 1991 - 1993.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Official Navy photo taken between 1991 and 1993 looking down on the Naval Aviation Depot's machine shop with its MAHO MH 100 S universal milling machine. Three men can be seen at work among the machinery as well. The Depot operated at NAS Pensacola until 1996 when it was closed by the 1993 Base Realignment and Closure Commission.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_c.a.1991-1993_machineshop(2)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Douglass A-4 Skyhawks in Naval Air Rework Facility (NARF), 1980.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of Douglass A-4 Skyhawks in various stages of repair in the hangar at NAS Pensacola's Naval Air Rework Facility (NARF) taken around 1980. Mechanics can be seen tending the craft in various sections of the hangar.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_circa1980_skyhawkrepairinhangar(2)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Aerial View of Sherman Field, Before 2009.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Aerial color photo of Forrest Sherman Field, NAS Pensacola taken before 2009. A T-39N Sabreliner, Bureau Number 165514, assigned to VT-86, and a Beechcraft T-34C Turbo-Mentor are in flight in the center of a darkened square towards the center of the photo. In the background of the photo are five helicopters and two small planes parked at the field. The back of the photo contains identifying information of the location, the planes in flight, and an estimated date of the photo being before 2009...
Show moreAerial color photo of Forrest Sherman Field, NAS Pensacola taken before 2009. A T-39N Sabreliner, Bureau Number 165514, assigned to VT-86, and a Beechcraft T-34C Turbo-Mentor are in flight in the center of a darkened square towards the center of the photo. In the background of the photo are five helicopters and two small planes parked at the field. The back of the photo contains identifying information of the location, the planes in flight, and an estimated date of the photo being before 2009. The date of August 2014 is possibly the date the photo was turned over to the National Naval Aviation Museum for archiving, though the accession date is formally 2015.
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Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_pre2009_shermanfield
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Title: Hypoxia Training, After 1970.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo taken of aviators undergoing hypoxia training at NAS Pensacola taken sometime after 1970. Pilots are fully geared while a Lt. Commander or Commander Rhodes administrates the test. The back of the photo holds a stamp of credit to the U.S. Navy which was seemingly stamped more than once due to low ink, a date range written in pencil, and an archival summary which details the nature of hypoxia training for aviators and aircrew.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_post1970_decompressiontraining
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Title: Mechanics Working on PBY Catalina, Undated.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Undated photo of six mechanics working on a Consolidated PBY Catalina at the Naval Aviation Depot NAS Pensacola.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1960-Present_workonPBYcatalina(2)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Disorientation Device at NAS Pensacola, May 1, 1964.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of the Human Disorientation Device and an occupant posed for the 50th anniversary of NAS Pensacola, published May 1, 1964. The device is stamped with as property of the School of Aviation Medicine. Included with the photo is the official press release as well as an archival summary of the use of the disorientation device.
Date Issued: 1964-05-01
Identifier: NAS_1960-Present_1may1964_disorientationdevice
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Title: Burgess N-9 planes on a Pier, May 1917.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo taken before May 1917 of Burgess N-9 seaplanes lined up along the pier at NAS Pensacola. Men can be seen wandering the pier and one on the right side of the photo is riding a bicycle. The closest plane to the camera, on the right, has a stylized anchor logo on its tail. Naval History and Heritage Command states that "Before the United States entered into World War I, naval aircraft were identified by an anchor design on the vertical tail surface, the use of which continued to the time a...
Show morePhoto taken before May 1917 of Burgess N-9 seaplanes lined up along the pier at NAS Pensacola. Men can be seen wandering the pier and one on the right side of the photo is riding a bicycle. The closest plane to the camera, on the right, has a stylized anchor logo on its tail. Naval History and Heritage Command states that "Before the United States entered into World War I, naval aircraft were identified by an anchor design on the vertical tail surface, the use of which continued to the time a National Aircraft Insignia was adopted."
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Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_1917photo_naspensacolapreww1(2)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Glenn Martin Model S, 1916.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of a Glenn Martin Model 2 sea plant at NAS Pensacola taken in 1916. Sailors can be seen fitting the wire frame onto the wing while the pilot takes his seat in the cockpit. The back of the photo details the stype of plane, a reference to a book titled United States Navy Aircraft Since 1911, and an archival summary that detailing specific planes that were brought into NAS Pensacola.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_1916photo_glennmartinmodelS
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Title: Balloon Landing Field, 1922.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo taken circa 1922 of the balloon landing field at NAS Pensacola looking southwest. This photo was taken before land-based aircraft training was added to the base. Two blimps are visible in the photo, one at the left through the open door of the dirigible hangar and the other on the field towards the center right. Personnel can be seen gathered around the balloon on the field.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1922_balloonlandingfield(2)
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Radio Receiver, 1922.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of a radio receiver booth and accompanying sailors which are advertising music services for 10¢ taken circa 1922.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1922_radioreceiver
Format: Image (JPEG2000)

Title: Squadron on Station Field, 1922 -1923.
Author: U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description: Photo of Station Field taken in 1922 which showcases a squadron of approximately 40 Curtiss JN-4HT aircraft parked before the hangars. The back of the photo contains descriptive information on the nature of the subjects and the date the photo was taken. A stamp of credit to the U.S. Navy is also present as well as a stamp that the photo was developed at the NAS Photo Lab. A small archival summary is also presented for additional context.
Identifier: uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_squadrononstationfield
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