Airforce Collection (page 5)

Japanese aircraft carrier Akagi, flagship of Admiral Nagumo, Pearl Harbor
PNP272522 Japanese aircraft carrier Akagi, flagship of Admiral Nagumo, Pearl Harbor, 7th December, 1941 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Field-balloon division in action (b / w photo)
STC406135 Field-balloon division in action (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Italian wings on the English Channel (colour litho)
2808628 Italian wings on the English Channel (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian wings on the English Channel)

During the Battle of Ganale Doria (colour litho)
2778430 During the Battle of Ganale Doria (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: During the battle of Ganale Doria)

The victories of the wings of Italy in the Atlantic Cruise wanted by the Duce (colour litho)
2778171 The victories of the wings of Italy in the Atlantic Cruise wanted by the Duce (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Duce welcomes at an airport in Central Italy the five aviators who, on board... (colour litho)
2784132 The Duce welcomes at an airport in Central Italy the five aviators who, on board... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Episodes of Italian heroism on the fields of Spain (Colour Litho)
2783752 Episodes of Italian heroism on the fields of Spain (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Episodes of Italian heroism on the fields of Spain)

In the Stratosphere with the Airplane (Colour Litho)
2783697 In the Stratosphere with the Airplane (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the stratosphere with the airplane)

The Air Force Day in England (colour litho)
2777658 The Air Force Day in England (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Air Force Day in England)

The picturesque ceremony for the delivery of a pennant of honor to the First Aviation Group... (colour litho)
2783507 The picturesque ceremony for the delivery of a pennant of honor to the First Aviation Group... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The War for Prank (Colour Litho)
2809122 The War for Prank (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The war for prank. A furious but)

Lieutenant W. L. Robinson attacks an enemy airship and brings it down
IL352822 Lieutenant W.L. Robinson attacks an enemy airship and brings it down, illustration from Deeds that Thrill the Empire, published by Hutchinson & Co. c.1920 (colour litho) by Avis, W

French aircraft drops napalm on Phu Nho Quan during the French War in Vietnam
PNP316655 French aircraft drops napalm on Phu Nho Quan during the French War in Vietnam, 1954 (b/w photo) by French Photographer

Incursion of German airships in England, rain of bombs on some cities with... (colour litho)
2815722 Incursion of German airships in England, rain of bombs on some cities with... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The great Atlantic Cruise (colour litho)
2778163 The great Atlantic Cruise (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great Atlantic Cruise)

A French military airplane, abandoned in flight, due to an engine failure, by the aviators... (colour litho)
2777987 A French military airplane, abandoned in flight, due to an engine failure, by the aviators... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Japanese Kamikaze pilots at a Shinto temple before flying into battle, 1944-45 (photo)
PNP365621 Japanese Kamikaze pilots at a Shinto temple before flying into battle, 1944-45 (photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures; Japanese

Aircraft undergoing repairs, 1916 (b / w photo)
NAM280935 Aircraft undergoing repairs, 1916 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info)

Those magnificent men in their flying machines
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Extreme Landscape
Assaf Gavra

escort service
Markus Hülsbusch

Into the Inferno
Leon

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Rolling Over
Thomas McCleave

Over Under
Thomas McCleave

Firestarter
Leon

Agusta A-109
Lukas SOMODI

Opposite Directions
Anping Liu

Three Steel Bird
Antonyus Bunjamin (Abe)

flying dead plane
Muhammad Syafei

Just over my head
Marco Tricarico

Burn up
Chris Hamilton

Vador
Piotr Wrobel

US navy
Judy Tseng

Flanker
Piotr Wrobel

Power take off
Piotr Wrobel

The Lady Mayoress of Cardiff (Mrs. C. H. McCale) opened an exhibition arranged
The Lady Mayoress of Cardiff (Mrs. C.H. McCale) opened an exhibition arranged on the premises of James Howell & Co. Ltd in connection with the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF) recruiting campaign

Pilots from The United Nations Air Unit Command. Pictured at their Middle East Headquarters in Egypt They are left to right, from Poland, France, Greece, New Zealand, Yugoslavia, The United Nations

Six hundred Polish women have arrived in this country after having escaped from Poland to join the WaF. The Womens Auxiliary Air Force

The Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Sydney Jones, says goodbye to members of the Canadian Airforce. Liverpool. Merseyside. Picture taken 7th October 1941

US Military Forces, Tank Killer Attack Helicopter at Dhahran Airbase, Saudi Arabia, September 1990

US Military Forces, Surveillance Camera Helicopter at Dhahran Airbase, Saudi Arabia, September 1990

A young boy (unidentified) enjoys inspecting an engine at the RAF Display at Caversham Bridge, near Reading, Berkshire Picture taken 14th October 1967

Three Boys (unidentified) enjoy the RAF Display at Caversham Bridge, near Reading, Berkshire, looking through what might be an aeroplane engine. Picture taken 14th October 1967

A young boy (unidentified) enjoys sitting in the cockpit of a plane, being shown how the dials and dashboard work by a member of the RAF

Two of RAF Bomber Commands heavy Lancaster bombers silhouetted against dense clouds of smoke during atheir assault on the important industrial

Miss Blackpool 1971, Beauty Competition Heat 4. Model and winner, Miss Carolyn Moore 18 from Nantwich, Cheshire, pictured with contest judges from the 12th Light Air Defence Regiment. 24th June 1971

Miss Blackpool 1971, Beauty Competition Heat 4. Model and winner, Miss Carolyn Moore 18 from Nantwich, Cheshire, pictured with contest judges from the 12th Light Air Defence Regiment. 24th June 1971

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"Defenders of the Empire: The Mighty British Army, Navy, and Airforce" During World War II, the British RAF Flying Boat Sunderland soared through the skies as a symbol of strength and resilience. Its presence was felt across oceans, protecting our nation's interests. The English Electric Lightning T. 4 XM989 from 56 Squadron RAF showcased cutting-edge technology and unmatched speed during its service. It stood tall as a testament to the innovation within our airforce. In times of war, iconic aircraft like the Spitfire and Heinkel 111K took to the skies in fierce battles. These aerial warriors fought with unwavering courage for victory and freedom. Witnessing BAe Systems Hawks of RAF Red Arrows break Scampton in 1989 was an awe-inspiring spectacle that left spectators breathless. Their precision maneuvers displayed not only skill but also unity among our forces. Formation flying by British RAF Sterling Bomber Squadrons during World War II demonstrated impeccable coordination and teamwork in their mission to protect our homeland from enemy threats. Amidst wartime challenges, even moments of camaraderie emerged - like when a modified auxiliary fuel tank was filled with beer at Bognor Regis in 1944. A reminder that amidst adversity, soldiers find solace in shared experiences. The Mitsubishi A5M Claude played a crucial role as Japan's primary fighter aircraft before World War II erupted. Its significance cannot be overlooked when reflecting on historical conflicts. Vickers VC10 C1 XR808 from 10 Sqn RAF stationed in Hong Kong (1968) exemplified global reach and influence held by our airforce during peacetime operations abroad – projecting power while ensuring security far beyond home soil. As part of NATO Headquarters located in Izmir, Turkey; collaboration between nations strengthened bonds amongst allies towards maintaining peace worldwide – showcasing how airforces unite under common goals for global stability.