This is an original and unpublished personal photograph from the late 1920s, featuring the iconic US Army Air Corps Ford Trimotor "Tin Goose" aircraft. Measuring 7cm x 11cm, this print captures the distinctive corrugated metal construction and triple-engine design that made the Ford Trimotor a revolutionary advancement in early aviation. The image showcases the aircraft's robust design, high wings, and spacious cabin that could carry passengers or cargo, reflecting its dual role in military transport and civilian aviation.
 
The Ford Trimotor, introduced in 1926, was one of the first all-metal airliners and became a workhorse for the Army Air Corps (designated as the C-3, C-4, or C-9 depending on the model). It played crucial roles in transport, medical evacuation, and logistical support, contributing significantly to the expansion of military aviation capabilities during the interwar period. This photograph likely documents the aircraft during operations, training, or maintenance, possibly at a major airfield like Wright Field in Ohio.
 
As an unpublished personal photograph, this piece retains complete authenticity, free from commercial reproduction or alteration. The condition shows expected age-related characteristics including slight tonal shifts and minor edge wear, but the image remains clear and well-composed. This artifact represents an important find for collectors of aviation history, particularly those interested in pioneering aircraft, military transport, or the golden age of flight.
 
Key Details:
 
Subject: US Army Air Corps Ford Trimotor "Tin Goose" (late 1920s)
 
Provenance: Unpublished personal photograph
 
Size: 7cm x 11cm
 
Historical Context: Revolutionary all-metal transport aircraft used by the Air Corps
 
Condition: Period-appropriate aging with minor wear; image remains clear
 
Significance: Documents a pioneering aircraft that transformed military and civilian aviation
 
This photograph serves as both an important visual record and a tribute to one of the most influential aircraft designs in aviation history, making it a valuable addition to collections focused on aviation heritage, military transport, or early 20th-century technological innovation.