Atlantic A-1

In the Netherlands, at Noorduyn's direction, Fokker set about improving the C.IV. Based on a fuselage rejected by the Russians, the C.V, also known as the A-1, was developed. This aircraft, however, differed greatly from the later C.V.

After its first flight in May 1924, it was shipped to America in June. In early July, Noorduyn was able to demonstrate the aircraft and make a few more changes.

Even before the reconnaissance aircraft competition began, Noorduyn offered the new type to the Air Service, hoping for a quick order. Unfortunately, there was (once again) considerable criticism of the choice of materials and deviations from the Air Service Handbook. Noorduyn designed a new split landing gear, which was fitted before the competition. But once again, Fokker missed out on an order. The Douglas XO-2 emerged as the winner of the light reconnaissance aircraft competition.

This time, the Air Service did not buy the A-1 either. The aircraft was eventually sent back to the factory, where it was prepared for sale to a private owner.

The registration application stated that the aircraft had msn 1. This indicates the use of an in-house model number.

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