AIRCRAFT RECOGNITION - JAPANESE EMILY [Main Title]

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Object description

Aircraft recognition film describing the Japanese "Emily" aircraft (the Kawanishi H8K).

Full description

The film begins with a model of the "Emily" Aircraft in flight; head-on, wing, side-view and plan form are shown in more detail. The model is used to go back over the main points and recognition features. Technical details are also given. Footage of the aircraft being shot down is included as a conclusion.

Physical description

35mm

Object details

Category: Film
Related period: Second World War (content)
Creator: United States Navy (Production sponsor)
Production date: 1944-07
Place made: United States of America
Dimensions: whole: Number Of Items/reels/tapes 1
Catalogue number: AMY 798

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