Airfield Collection (page 7)

Aircraft refuelling truck at an airfield, possibly RNAS (Royal Naval Air Service) Eglinton, now Derry (Londonderry) City Airport, Northern Ireland. Date: circa 1948

RNAS (Royal Naval Air Service) Eglinton, Derry, Ireland
RNAS (Royal Naval Air Service) Eglinton, now Derry (Londonderry) City Airport, Northern Ireland -- De Havilland Sea Hornets on the airfield, April 1948. Date: 1948

Aerial view of Beauvais-Tille airport, France, with terminal buildings, aircraft, coaches and cars. Date: circa 1940s

Review of Maurice Farman military biplanes, France. Date: circa 1910

French military biplane (chromolitho)
1093620 French military biplane (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French military biplane)

The Pilot. People You See, from Teddy Bear magazine, 1966. Date: 1966

Union Air Terminal, Burbank, California, USA. Date: circa 1935

FLIGHT / AIRFIELD
A light aeroplane comes in to land over the heads of watchers in a car Date: 1935

The furniture that flies (colour litho)
2777893 The furniture that flies (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The furniture that flies)

After the prodigious test (colour litho)
2777859 After the prodigious test (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the prodigious test)

Morning on parade, from British Adventure published by Collins, 1947 (litho)
3435641 Morning on parade, from British Adventure published by Collins, 1947 (litho) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); Private Collection; (add.info)

Speech by Mayor Dr Reike to German airship constructor Graf Ferdinand von Zeppelin (b / w photo)
3104800 Speech by Mayor Dr Reike to German airship constructor Graf Ferdinand von Zeppelin (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ground crew and pilot manhandle a French Spad fighter through the snow to a hangar
701971 Ground crew and pilot manhandle a French Spad fighter through the snow to a hangar, January 1918 (colour litho0 by Flameng)

The arrival of the Soviet Delegation in Belgrade, 26th May 1955
XBH366647 The arrival of the Soviet Delegation in Belgrade, 26th May 1955 by Russian Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info)

RAF Hurricane fighter pilots, some of the Few who fought in the Battle of Britain, World War II, 1940 (b / w photo)
6015301 RAF Hurricane fighter pilots, some of the Few who fought in the Battle of Britain, World War II, 1940 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Road by an Airfield, c. 1942 (pencil & w / c on paper)
5614226 Road by an Airfield, c.1942 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); 46.3 x 56.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

During a violent storm unleashed, at night, in Germany, a field of spherical... (colour litho)
2778335 During a violent storm unleashed, at night, in Germany, a field of spherical... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A speed challenge between a small aircraft, a Tignola, and a powerful motorcycle (colour litho)
2783469 A speed challenge between a small aircraft, a Tignola, and a powerful motorcycle (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Edward VIII Landing at Weymouth After a Flight from H. M. S. Courageous (b / w photo)
STC360988 King Edward VIII Landing at Weymouth After a Flight from H.M.S. Courageous (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from George V and Edward VIII)

The Royal Flying Corps: the new branch of the British Army (colour litho)
972774 The Royal Flying Corps: the new branch of the British Army (colour litho) by Millar, Addison Thomas (1850-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Flying Corps)

Near accident at Hendon Aerodrome, 1913. (litho)
972733 Near accident at Hendon Aerodrome, 1913. (litho) by Millar, Addison Thomas (1850-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Near accident at Hendon Aerodrome, 1913.); © Look and Learn

Aviators on an airfield in a snowstorm, World War II (b / w photo)
817135 Aviators on an airfield in a snowstorm, World War II (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aviators on an airfield in a snowstorm)

The sovereigns attend the aviation tests in Rome, Delagrange surpasses all the records... (colour litho)
2815121 The sovereigns attend the aviation tests in Rome, Delagrange surpasses all the records... (colour litho) by Beltrame

King Alfonso XIII of Spain congratulating military aviators at Villacoublay Aerodrome, France (colour litho)
2779928 King Alfonso XIII of Spain congratulating military aviators at Villacoublay Aerodrome, France (colour litho) by French School

At the Ciampino military airport, the Italian helicopter manages to rise and lower... (colour litho)
2777998 At the Ciampino military airport, the Italian helicopter manages to rise and lower... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Grahame White flying his machine from the Ranelagh Club
JHL390993 Grahame White flying his machine from the Ranelagh Club, the same year as the Manchester flight, 1910 (b/w photo) by Grant, Thomas E

Tail gun turret of a British Vickers Wellington medium bomber (photo)
6001952 Tail gun turret of a British Vickers Wellington medium bomber (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A fighters machine guns are reloaded and petrol tank refilled on return to base (b / w photo)
6001043 A fighters machine guns are reloaded and petrol tank refilled on return to base (b/w photo) by English Photographer

R. A. F. engineers search an airfield for mines using a magnetic sweep attached to a jeep
R.A.F. engineers search an airfield for mines using a magnetic sweep attached to a jeep. December 1944

Spahis were light cavalry regiments of the French army recruited primarily from the indigenous populations of Algeria, Tunisia and Morocco

Over two hundred and fifty enemy aircraft have been shot down since D-day by night fighters operating from bases on the continent

The Luftwaffe going up in smoke following a fighter sweep by P51 Mustangs of the US 8th Air Force over German airfields on the 16th April 1945

North American Mitchell of No. 180 Squadron RAF, being refuelled and bombed up at Dunsford, Surrey, between cross-Channel sorties in support of Operation Starkey

The crew of one of the 12 Beauforts of No 42 Squadron preparing to attack the German cruiser Prinz Eugen. The cruiser was attempting to return to Germany for repairs following being torpedoed earlier

Fragmentation bombs dropped by B-25 Mitchell bombers over Japanese planes in Luzon. February 1945

The Germans at St Malo have given up. The Citadel at the extreme point of the port was due for an attack by Lightnings, but five minutes beforehand a white flag appeared

King George VI inspecting the latest Typhoon aircraft fitted with rocket projectile apparatus at an R.A.F. station. Circa July 1944

A Shorts Stirling takes off from RAF Lakenheath for a mining laying operation off the Dutch coast Circa May 1941

Dutch workmen help repair a dispersal at Volkel, Holland, while in the background ground crew service a Hawker Tempest of No. 3 Squadron RAF. Circa October 1944

Jump to The use of FIDO - Fog Investigation and Dispersal Operation (FIDO) (which was sometimes referred to as " Fog Intense Dispersal Operation" or " Fog)

A low level attack on Eschwege Aerodrome (30 miles east of Kassel) is shown in this photograph taken from a Royal Air Force bomber

Allied trenching machine manned by the R. A. F during Second World War
Allied trenching machine manned by the R.A.F during Second World War. 26th February 1944

R. A. F. workers mix concrete during Second World War. 28th February 1944
R.A.F. workers mix concrete during Second World War. 28th February 1944

Barber Green trenching machine. 28th February 1944

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"Exploring the Rich History of Airfields: From Iconic Aircraft to Aviation Milestones" Step into a world where the sky knows no limits, as we delve into the captivating realm of airfields. 🚁✈️ 1️⃣ The US Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter gracefully takes flight, showcasing its power and versatility in the vast expanse above. 2️⃣ Sir Alan Cobham's National Aviation Day Campaign poster reminds us of the pioneering spirit that propels aviation forward, inspiring generations to reach for the skies. 3️⃣ The majestic R 101 Airship floats effortlessly through clouds, capturing our imagination with its sheer grandeur and elegance. 4️⃣ A sleek Lotus Esprit Sport 350 from 1999 gleams in silver, symbolizing speed and luxury on an airfield where dreams take flight. 5️⃣ Witnessing history unfold before our eyes, Concordes First Flight marks a momentous achievement in supersonic travel that forever changed aviation. 6️⃣ Eric Ravilious' Runway Perspective (1941) transports us back in time to witness wartime efforts on airfields during World War II – a testament to courage and resilience. 7️⃣ The mighty B-29 Superfortress bomber aircraft stands tall as a reminder of America's military prowess and technological advancements during times of conflict. 8️⃣ Russell Hennessy's CM11 6583 Morris Bullnose captures nostalgia at an airfield; this vintage beauty showcases how passion for automobiles can intertwine with aviation wonders. 9️⃣ In World War II Royal Air Force colors, the Westland Lysander warbird evokes memories of bravery displayed by pilots who soared through enemy lines on daring missions. 🔟 The iconic R101 airship hovers above like a floating city among clouds, epitomizing the golden age of air travel and its boundless possibilities.