Air Field Collection (#5)

France / Alps / Flights 1931
Passy, an airfield in the French Alps, is the point of departure for sightseeing flights over Mont Blanc

American Mail Plane 1927
An American mail plane lands at night, guided by beams from the airfield below

Boucher / First Flight
Helene Boucher, French aviator: her first flight, in a Gipsy Moth

Boucher Breaks Record 2
French aviator Helene Boucher, at Istres, breaks the world 1000 kilometre speed record

Boucher / Orly 1933
Helene Boucher, French aviator, with her Mauboussin at Orly

French Warplanes at Base
French SPAD fighters on the ground at an airfield; these are probably the finest aircraft of the war, flown successfully by such pilots as Guynemer

French Spad on Airfield
French ground crew return the SPAD aeroplane to its hangar, in order to protect it from the freezing weather

Monoplane Hidden in Tree
A German monoplane is cunningly hidden away amongst the trees at an airfield

A French Airfield 1922
Spectators flinch as a biplane flies uncomfortably close to them on a French airfield

Waving as Plane Leaves
A twin-engined French passenger plane prepares to take off

Italian Aerobatics
A squadron of Italian fighters perform acrobatics over Le Bourget airfield, near Paris

GUYNEMERs SPAD 1916
French ace Georges-Marie Guynemers SPAD-VII fighter on which he has shot down many of the 53 enemy aircraft with which he is credited : at Manoncourt airfield

WW1 / 1915 / AIR / AIRFIELD
German aviators at an airfield discuss their flight over Calais

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"Unveiling the Untold Stories: A Glimpse into the Airfield Chronicles" Step back in time and witness the remarkable tales that unfolded on airfields throughout history. From pivotal moments during World War I to daring missions in World War II, these snapshots capture the essence of aviation's evolution. Gliders stand poised for Operation Market Garden, a crucial turning point in WWII, while Lancaster Bombers prepare for takeoff, their mighty engines roaring with anticipation. The Air League of the British Empire Poster proudly displays its commitment to fostering aeronautical excellence. Meanwhile, a German Fokker D VII fighter plane from WWI reminds us of the fierce battles fought above these very runways. The Airco DH2 De Havilland biplane stands as a testament to early aviation ingenuity. Heroes emerge amidst adversity as they hold up the R101 airship, symbolizing resilience and determination. In another era, Lockheed P-38 Lightning soars through turbulent skies during WWII's most challenging days. A British SE5 biplane rests on an airfield; its pilots ready themselves for aerial combat. Witness innovation firsthand with a standard production Sopwith triplane from WWI - an engineering marvel ahead of its time. At Goodwood Revival 2011, row upon row of Spitfires pay homage to their legendary predecessors who once graced these very grounds. Delve into captivating literature with Popular Aviation and Aeronautics' mesmerizing cover design - an invitation to explore endless possibilities within flight's realm. Lastly, behold the iconic Sopwith F1 Camel biplane perched confidently on an airfield; it embodies both elegance and power. These glimpses into airfield history remind us that every aircraft has its own story etched within these hallowed grounds – stories filled with courage, sacrifice, triumphs, and innovations that have shaped our world today.