Tallmantz Aviation records
Special Collections
Margaret Herrick Library
© 2014
Title: Tallmantz Aviation records
Date (inclusive): 1949-1986
Date (bulk): 1960s-1970s
Collection number: 107
Creator:
Tallmantz Aviation, Inc.
Extent:
15 linear feet of papers.
Repository:
Margaret Herrick Library. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Languages:
English
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Tallmantz Aviation records, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Acquired: 1991
Tallmantz Aviation, Inc., was formed in 1961 by pilots Frank G. Tallman (1919-1978) and Paul Mantz
(1903-1965). Its motion picture industry services included modern and antique aircraft rental, aerial
photography, aerial stunts, location spotting, mockups, props, research, and charters. The company was
based at the Orange County (now John Wayne) Airport in Santa Ana, California. Tallmantz Aviation ceased
operations around 1991.
Collection Scope and Content Summary
The Tallmantz Aviation records span the years 1949-1986 (bulk 1960s-1970s) and encompass 15 linear
feet. The collection contains business records that document the services of Tallmantz Aviation and Paul
Mantz Air Services for more than 100 motion pictures. Aircraft employed, financial and billing
information, correspondence, consultation, and location reports are among the documents.
Arrangement
Arranged in the following series: 1. Production files; 2. Television movies, Mini-Series, Pilots, and
Documentaries; 3. Television series; 4. Film and TV subject files; 5. Account files (primarily
advertising, aerial photography, and industrial films); 6. Correspondence and Subject files; 7. Insurance
Claims, Accidents, Lawsuits; 8. Financial files; 9. Aircraft files; 10. Miscellaneous.
Tallmantz Aviation, Inc.
business records