Aviation Collection (#95)

An observation balloon Picture taken 6th October 1939

In more than sixty trades the WaF have proved their worth time and time againWherever they are; in the hangar, the cookhouse, the Orderly Room, the Ops Room, or on a Balloon site

A Boulton Paul P. 111 on display at the Midland Air Museum in Baginton, Warwickshire
A Boulton Paul P.111 on display at the Midland Air Museum in Baginton, Warwickshire. 13th July 1975

Barrage Balloon in flames over Dover, Kent. No date for picture. Mirrorpix will offer 1st August 1940

A Stirling bomber in front of St Pauls Cathedral in the City of London, during Wings for Victory week, in an area cleared of bombed buildings. Picture taken 1st March 1943

A Czechoslovak Bomber Squadron which is doing good work with the RAF is led by a British Squadron Leader who holds the DFC and DSO and made over 90 sorties against the enemy in two and a half months

A Douglas Boston 111 in flight. (background) (serial letter F) Pictured passed by Censors. (Picture number 192469 or 192409)

Ancient and modern two types of planes in use by the air sea rescue service Left a modern Spitfire which does the spotting

New US Fighter. P 47s (Thunderbolt) planes flying in formation. The P 47 is a low wing monoplane fitted with Pratt & Whitney 2000 HP engine with four bladed automatic control type propeller

U.s Facility Visit. No 3, new U.s fighter the P47. March 1943
U.S Facility Visit. No 3, new U.S fighter the P47. March 1943

Picture shows a Wellington aeroplane, number 5 on the side of the aircraft). Below is a RAF Spitfire breaking off after attacking the Wellington. Picture taken in England. RAF Gunnery School

U.s FACLILTY VIST, FOR ATTENSION OF U.s CENSOR U
U.S FACLILTY VIST, FOR ATTENSION OF U.S CENSOR U.S Army and Air Forces combined exercises. (Picture) A jeep been loaded onto a U.S glider during U.S army

R. A. F Bombing of Maleme Aerodrome In Crete. Maleme aerodrome
R.A.F Bombing of Maleme Aerodrome In Crete. Maleme aerodrome, Crete after the Germans had made their invasion with airborne troops

Training for Air Crews. World War Two. Hundred of air crews are now being trained in order to obtain for Great Britain Air Supremacy

The first batch of Royal Air Force Cadets have arrived for training at the riddle Aerodrome, Arcadia, Florida. Seen here group Captain

The American Boston III is now in operation by the South African Air Force on the Libyan battle front. These twin engine bombers are speedy and highly manoeuvrable

British Effectives examining all that was left of a Junkers Bomber destroyed by an R. A
British Effectives examining all that was left of a Junkers Bomber destroyed by an R.A.F Hurricane fighter on the Libyan battle front. 14th December 1941

Picture shows cadets of the Wakefield 127 Squadron ATC giving landing instructions to Corporal Don Nicholson in the cockpit of their home made aeroplane. Picture taken 16th February 1944

A fragment cut from an enemy aircraft which the RAF squadron shot down is used for recording the number of enemy aircraft destroyed. October 1941

A pilot climbing aboard a de Havilland Tiger Moth at Bagington Airfield. Circa 1960

Two men manually transporting a Chilton DW1A across the field at Bagington Circa 1955

An Air Atlantique Dakota G-AMSV takes to the skies over Coventry Airport to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first ever flight of a DC3 in 1935. 17th December 1985

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh visiting BAC, Bristol. 15th November 1957

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh at BAC, Bristol. 6th November 1953

Oldest passenger on Teesside flight. Circa 1973

Richard Branson (right) and co-pilot Per Lindstrand (both wearing grey). pictured in Southern Japan, hoping to make the 6200 mile trip to America in two days in a balloon

Richard Branson pictured in Southern Japan, hoping to make the 6200 mile trip to America in two days in a balloon. He will fly with his co-pilot Per Lindstrand

Richard Branson pictured with his mother. He is hoping to make the 6200 mile trip to America in two days in a balloon. He will fly with his co-pilot Per Lindstrand

Prince Michael of Kent arrives at the Post Office Tower, his time ruined by an airport delay in New York, It wasn t the Princes day, he also tore his trousers, had a collision on a motor-cycle

The Wright Brothers seen arriving in New York following their tour of Europe to demonstrate their aircraft. Circa June 1909

Mr Orville Wright (right) with is sister and Mr McCoy president of the Aero Club of the United States, seen here aboard the liner Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse on their arrival at Plymouth

The brothers Wright motored to the Aero Club new flying ground at Sheppey, near Sheerness, where they inspected the trial and practice ground and visited the construction

The Wright brothers seen here carrying out a number experiments with the French Government, testing their heavier than air machine. 22nd February 1909

Wilbur Wright seen here with his pupil Paul Tissandier at Pau, where the Wright brothers are demonstrating their heavier than air machine. 3rd February 1909

A Air France Convair 990 on final approach to London Heathrow. 12th May 1967

BEA Trident G-ARPJ seen here on final approach into London Heathrow. 12th May 1967

Mr A L Harris, an English professional parachute-jumper, dropping before the opening of the parachute at Heston Airport where he demonstrated the Irvin air chute. January 1934

Passengers boarding the first of the British United Airlines proving flights for their new BAC 1-11 aircraft. 27th January 19

Passengers embarking onto a British United Airlines BAC 1-11 seen here in Spain during proving flights before the aircraft enters commercial service. 27th January 1965

British United Airlines first BAC 1-11 seen here in Spain during proving flights before the aircraft enters commercial service. 27th January 1965

A BAC 1-11 of British United Airline seen here on the apron at Gatwick for a European proving flight before the aircraft went in to commercial service 27th January 19

Cockpit of a British United Airlines BAC 1-11 during a European proving flight to Spain. 27th January 1965

Passengers disembarking from British United Airlines BAC 1-11 seen here in Spain during proving flights before the aircraft enters commercial service. 27th January 1965

BOAC VC10 seen here on the apron at Khartoum after completing a proving flight from London Heathrow. 1st February 1964

The Martinsyde Raymor biplane being assembled at the airfield at Quidi Vidi Lake in St. John s, Newfoundland, prior to the attempt by Frederick Raynham (pilot) and C.W.F

A BOAC VC10 sitting on the apron at Heathrow airport shortly before departing on a proving flight to Khartoum in Sudan 1st February 1964

Zhou Enlai Premier of the Peoples Republic of China, seen here arriving at Khartoum Airport. 1st February 1964

Air traffic controllers in the control tower at Heathrow Airport handling departing and arriving flights. 18th October 1964

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"Exploring the Skies: A Journey through Aviation History" Amelia Earhart: An inspiring US aviation pioneer who defied gender norms and left her mark on history. The B-17 Bomber Aircraft: A symbol of American strength and resilience during World War II, soaring through the skies with a mission. Cockpit Chronicles: Peering into the heart of aviation, where pilots navigate their aircraft with precision and skill. Salinas, California: A city that witnessed countless takeoffs and landings, serving as a hub for aviation enthusiasts. Howard Hughes: Another legendary figure in US aviation history, his innovations pushed boundaries and revolutionized the industry. Telegraph Key (Morse Code) Type J-37: Once an essential communication tool for aviators, connecting them across vast distances. Museum of Flight in Seattle, Washington State: Home to a treasure trove of artifacts showcasing the rich heritage of North American aviation. Wright Brothers' Legacy at Huffman Prairie: Wilbur and Orville Wright's groundbreaking achievements continue to inspire generations of aviators worldwide. Amelia Earhart's Training Days in Boston Plane (1926): Captured in a timeless black-and-white photograph, she honed her skills before embarking on daring adventures. Galley aboard Zeppelin LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin (1933): Offering luxurious comfort amidst the clouds during an era when airships ruled the skies. Trans-World Airlines Poster featuring TWA Lockheed Constellation over Manhattan (1950s): An iconic image representing travel dreams taking flight above New York City's skyline. HMS Ark Royal Fleet Air Arm Aircraft - McDonnell Douglas Phantom FG1 (F-4K): British naval power showcased by these mighty jets ready to defend from above. 13. Runway Perspective by Eric Ravilious (1941): A mesmerizing artwork capturing both the beauty and precision of aircraft taking off into the vast unknown. 14.