Aeronautic Collection

Central aircraft station at Notre-Dame (Paris), illustration from Le XXeme siecle
CHT164155 Central aircraft station at Notre-Dame (Paris), illustration from Le XXeme siecle, La Vie Electrique, c. 1890 (colour engraving) by Robida

Strasbourg Balloon Trip
The aeronautic experience of Adorne who flew over Strasbourg, France, at a height of 80 feet. He and his companion wave as they pass over the city

Hendon Aerodrome Pageant
An air pageant held at Hendon Aerodrome, including a plane decorated as a pterodactyl, and a squadron of Hawker-Harts bombers flying in Wing-V formation. Date: 1932

Brooklands Flying Display
Images from a flying display promoted by the Guild of Air Pilots at Brooklands, near Weybridge, including an autogyro. Date: 1932

Spanish Civil War. German bombs launched over Madrid and that they didn't explode. SPAIN. Barcelona. Biblioteca de Catalunya (National Library of Catalonia)

Spain Tarragona Spanish Civil War Bombardment
spain, tarragona, spanish, civil, war, bombardment, in, monistrol, de, montserrat, library, of, abbey, horizontal, black, and, white, b, w, outdoor, daylight, exterior, outside, daytime, sunlight

Spanish Civil War. Republican side. Aviation. Aircrafts Vultel, Dvokbrecd and the twin-engined Novlhrop

Andre-Jacques Garnerin, balloonist and the inventor of the frameless parachute, from Les Merveilles de la Science
2619138 Andre-Jacques Garnerin, balloonist and the inventor of the frameless parachute, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection

Amelia Earhart at the White House to see President Coolidge after flying the Atlantic, the first woman to do so
2920920 Amelia Earhart at the White House to see President Coolidge after flying the Atlantic, the first woman to do so, 1928 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

Amelia Earhart arrives with Eleanor Roosevelt to address the members of the National Geographic Society
2962924 Amelia Earhart arrives with Eleanor Roosevelt to address the members of the National Geographic Society, 1935 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

Amelia Earhart arriving in Washington to receive medal from President Hoover, 1932 (b/w photo)
3964311 Amelia Earhart arriving in Washington to receive medal from President Hoover, 1932 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

Amelia Earhart in an aeroplane, 1936 (b/w photo)
2920923 Amelia Earhart in an aeroplane, 1936 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amelia Earhart (1897-1937) was the first woman to fly across the Atlantic

First aerial voyage under the direction of Monsieur Mongolfier, engraved by Nicolas Delaunay (1739-92)
3869788 First aerial voyage under the direction of Monsieur Mongolfier, engraved by Nicolas Delaunay (1739-92), 1783 (engraving) by Lorimier

First manned hydrogen balloon flight, 1783 (print)
3869793 First manned hydrogen balloon flight, 1783 (print) by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: Depiction of the hydrogen flight launched and manned by Jacques Charles (1746-1823)

Apparatus used for the preparation of the hydrogen gas, by the action of sulfuric acid
2619142 Apparatus used for the preparation of the hydrogen gas, by the action of sulfuric acid on iron, when filling a balloon, from Les Merveilles de la Science

Balloons (litho)
XJF314399 Balloons (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Francesco Lana de Terzis flying boat concept c. 1670
2619136 Francesco Lana de Terzis flying boat concept c.1670, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (litho) by French School

The purported flight of French locksmith Jacob Besnier, with the aid of a self-designed
2619137 The purported flight of French locksmith Jacob Besnier, with the aid of a self-designed flying apparatus, in 1678, from Les Merveilles de la Science

Jacob Degens 1808 ornithopter with flap valves, in which the pilot stood on a rigid
2619143 Jacob Degens 1808 ornithopter with flap valves, in which the pilot stood on a rigid frame and worked the wings with a movable horizontal bar, from Les Merveilles de la Science

Aeronautic gallantry (colour litho)
960171 Aeronautic gallantry (colour litho) by Myrbach-Rheinfeld, Felicien baron de (b.1853) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aeronautic gallantry)

Observing The Enemy From A Military Balloon During The Second Boer War. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

Planes (1940). Wax drawing by Henry Moore. Drawing. Private Collection

Flight carried out by one of the Wright brothers plane models. Engraving

WW1 - French and German aerial combat, 1916
WW1 - In aerial combat over Champagne district in France, a German biplane fires at and brings down a French aviator. The damaged aircraft leaves a trail of black smoke as it falls nose-down from

WW1 - French and German aerial battle, 1916
WW1 - French and German aeroplanes in an aerial battle. The French in quick-firing gun action using the built in machine gun at the nose of the battle-plane to attack their enemy

WW1 - Aerial combat - Over Mametz Wood, France
WW1 - An illustration and birdseye view of an aerial fight. A British airman in action bringing down an enemy aircraft over Mametz Wood in France. Date: 1917

WW1 - Close encounter between aeroplane and balloon
WW1 - A depiction of a close aeronautic encounter between a aeroplane and balloon hidden from each other in the cloudy sky

WW1 - Aircraft - The Henri Farman HF. 20
WW1 - The Farman HF.20 and its derivatives were a family of reconnaissance aircraft produced in France shortly before and during the First World War

WW1 - German airfield lit up by searchlights
WW1 - An " enemy" photograph of a German flying-station. Three men and two German aircrafts are lit up in the airfield by searchlights

SANTOS DUMONT, Alberto (1873-1932). Brazilian aviator. Engraving

WORLD WAR I (1914-1918). First german zeppelin over Antwerp the night of August 25th dropping several bombs on the Royal Palace, the Audience and the Stock Market. Engraving

Balloons (engraving)
XJF314398 Balloons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inflating a balloon with hydrogen)

2619141; out of copyright

2619140; out of copyright

2619139; out of copyright

2619135; out of copyright

Wright Brothers 1903 flying machine, North Carolina

Orville and Wilbur Wright

anti-missile flares C016 / 2814
Israeli Air force F-15I Fighter in flight Emitting anti-missile flares

IAF Bell AH-1F Cobra fires flare C016 / 2809
Israeli Air force Bell AH-1F Cobra helicopterEmitting anti-missile flares

anti-missile flares C016 / 2800
Israeli Air force F-15I Fighter in flight Emitting anti-missile flares

Experience of globe of the brothers Anne-Jean and Marie-No묠 Robert in the Tuileries Garden (19th September 1784). First hydrogen balloon.. Engraving

Balloon. Engraving. It leaved in 14th January, 1784

Hot-air balloon from 18th century. Drawing

BLɒIOT, Louis (1872-1936). French aviator and
BLɒ IOT, Louis (1872-1936). French aviator and aircraft designer. Engraving

First flight of a hot-air balloon on 22th December 1783 in Defsessebruk (Wales)

Poster of the new bullring in San Sebastian (Spain, summer 1930). Original drawing by Cobos

Page of prospectus, Aeronautic Association
Page of a prospectus promoting the purchase of shares in the balloon company, Aeronautic Association - For promoting geographical surveys of some of the remaining undiscovered tracts of the globe To

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"Aeronautic: A Journey Through Aviation History" Strasbourg Balloon Trip: Soaring above the picturesque city, a hot air balloon takes passengers on an unforgettable adventure. Hendon Aerodrome Pageant: Witness the thrilling spectacle of aerial acrobatics and daring stunts at this grand aviation event. Brooklands Flying Display: Marvel at the grace and power of airplanes as they perform breathtaking maneuvers in the sky. Spanish Civil War - German bombs launched over Tarragona: Amidst the chaos of war, aviation plays a pivotal role as German bombers rain destruction from above. Republican Side Aviation in Spanish Civil War: Brave pilots take to the skies to defend their cause, showcasing incredible courage and skill. Barcelona during Spanish Civil War (1936-1939): The buzzing hub of aviation activity, Barcelona becomes a symbol of resilience amidst conflict. Andre-Jacques Garnerin - Pioneer Balloonist & Parachute Inventor: Discover the fascinating story behind this visionary who revolutionized both ballooning and parachuting. Amelia Earhart's Historic Atlantic Flight (1928): Breaking barriers and inspiring generations, Earhart becomes the first woman to conquer the treacherous Atlantic Ocean by air. Henry Moore's Wax Drawing "Planes" (1940): Explore artist Henry Moore's unique interpretation of aircraft through his intricate wax drawing capturing their essence with artistic flair. Amelia Earhart Honored by President Hoover (1932): Witnessing her remarkable achievements, President Hoover presents Earhart with a well-deserved medal for her groundbreaking contributions to aviation history. Amelia Earhart Addresses National Geographic Society (1935): Joining forces with Eleanor Roosevelt, Amelia captivates members with tales from her extraordinary flying adventures that have captured hearts worldwide. Embark on an exhilarating journey through time as we delve into the captivating world history.