Most likely a respool of Kodak Aerochrome IV 2460, Frontier Aerial Color 100CN is one of seven films in Stavanger Foto’s aerial color lineup. Spoolled in Norway and made for 35mm cameras, this film traces its roots back to Kodak’s aerial surveillance stock, originally designed for mapping and reconnaissance.

What that heritage brings to the table is unmistakable: high detail, exceptional clarity, and colors that feel natural, balanced, and true to life.

I’ve tested this film across seasons, from warm summer days to cold winter light, and it continues to impress me. There’s something quietly beautiful about the way it renders the frames, regardless of temperature or mood.

Luckily for us, this film stock is widely available today, rebranded and repackaged under several different names. You might know it as Santacolor, Flic Film, Elektra 100, Popho Luminar 100, or Silberra Color 100. Different labels, same DNA.

This summer, while mountain peeking with my family, burning both calories and film, this stock was my companion. The dynamic range is deep, the colors are rich without tipping into excess. The blues, especially, are something else, deep, controlled, and quietly magical.

There’s also a black and white version of this film, which surprised me in the best way. I found it especially strong for portraits, but it also shines in high-detail scenes where texture and tonal separation matter.

Since I only develop color film at home, I sent the black and white rolls to Stavanger Foto for processing. They came back looking beautiful straight out of the scanner. I’ve made small adjustments, of course, but the quality is obvious, and all at a very reasonable price point.

The color rolls were developed at home using Adox C-41 chemicals, which have become my favorite after years with Kodak’s chemistry. Easy to mix, longer shelf life, and far less smell, a small but meaningful upgrade to the home workflow.

I genuinely enjoy shooting this film. Not just because of how it looks, but because of what it represents. That it’s spooled in Norway, my home country, adds something intangible to the experience. Much like my photography, it’s about atmosphere and feeling. About vibe over perfection.

It’s not easy, but this small detail helps.

A film, in some way, “made” in Norway.