First Automatic Airplane Landing

Capts. Holloman and Crane were awarded the Mackay Trophy for 1937 for their historic flight; they were also awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, which was presented to them by Maj. Gen. H.H. Arnold on Aug. 2, 1939. Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., is named in honor of Col. Holloman, who was killed in a B-17 crash on Formosa (Taiwan) in 1946. Col. Crane retired from the Air Force in 1949. (U.S. Air Force photo)

PHOTO BY: Unknown

VIRIN: 050406-F-1234P-038.JPG

FULL SIZE: 0.02 MB

Additional Details

No camera details available.

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

This photograph is considered public domain and has been cleared for release. If you would like to republish please give the photographer appropriate credit. Further, any commercial or non-commercial use of this photograph or any other DoD image must be made in compliance with guidance found at https://www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations, which pertains to intellectual property restrictions (e.g., copyright and trademark, including the use of official emblems, insignia, names and slogans), warnings regarding use of images of identifiable personnel, appearance of endorsement, and related matters.

Go to Gallery

Screening at Entrance
All visitors may be screened with a metal detector upon entry. In addition all bags are subject to search and may be placed through an X-Ray machine. Weapons are not permitted including pocket knives and firearms, to include conceal carry and other dangerous weapons.
Prohibited Items
Prohibited Items:
- Firearms*
- Knives
- Box cutters
- Food and Soda Drinks
- Alcohol
- Coolers

* Firearms, to include conceal carry and other dangerous weapons, are specifically prohibited in Federal facilities in accordance with 18 USC §930 (c)

Permitted Items:
- Water bottles (clear, sealed bottle, up to 20 oz.)
- Purses
- Camera bags
- Diaper bags
- Strollers
- Service animals

Please note the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is not responsible for items left in vehicles.
Click here for frequently asked questions regarding items permitted inside the museum.
Visitor Photography Notice
Notice: Visitors may be filmed, photographed or recorded by the U.S. Air Force for educational and promotional uses, including for posting on public websites and social media.
Individuals are permitted to take their own photographs or videos while touring the museum.

Image Gallery

First Automatic Airplane Landing

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN