Gliding Collection (#8)

Eurasian Coot gliding on the ice, Fulica atra, The Netherlands

Kitesurfer In Mid-Air

Kitesurfer Catching A Wave

USA, Hawaii Islands, Aerial View Of Humpback Whales; Maui

USA, Typical Hawaiian Reef Scene; Hawaii Islands, Pennant Bannerfish (Heniochus Chrysostomus) Gliding Through Water Together

Seagull In Flight

Wandering Albatross (Diomedea exulans) flying just above the waves followed by a Giant petrel and with the coast in the background, Hikurangi Marine Reserve, Kaikoura, New Zealand

Snow Petrel (Pagodroma nivea) flying over ocean, Antarctica

Salvins Albatross (Thalassarche salvini) flying near the coast above the ocean and gliding towards the camera at full wingspan, Pacific coast, Kaikoura, New Zealand

Otto Lilienthal, German aeronaut, early 20th century. Lilienthal taking to the air in one of his gliders. He made more than 2000 flights before being killed in a crash

Illustration of Blue Land Crab (Discoplax hirtipes) crawling up tree trunk, and Forest Snail (Anoglypta) gliding over leaves on ground

Illustration of Eilmer (Elmer) of Malmesbury, 11th century Benedictine monk, attempting to fly

Microraptor dinosaur flying, artwork
Microraptor, artwork. Microraptor is a genus of feathered dinosaurs discovered in Early Cretaceous (128-124 million-year-old) deposits in Liaoning Province, China

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Andean Condor Vultur gryphus Patagonian Chile November

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Andean Condor Vultur gryphus male cruising along mountainside S.Chile November

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Andean Condor Vultur gryphus Patagonian Chile November

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Andean Condor Vultur gryphus male cruising along mountainside S.Chile November

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Andean Condor Vultur gryphus S.Chile November

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Andean Condor Vultur gryphus male leaving roosting ledge S.Chile November

Ringed-Billed Gull - In flight, soaring on wind South Carolina Coast, USA
JS-1442 Ring-Billed GULL - in flight, soaring on wind South Carolina Coast, USA Laridae delawarensis Distribution: Canada and USA coasts to Mexico, Cuba

Eastern White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) in flight over Walvis Bay / Baii

Biplane Glider of Octave Chanute, c1896 (1910)
Biplane Glider of Octave Chanute c1896 (1910). French-born American engineer Chanute (1832-1910) and his team began experiments with gliders, including this example, in 1896

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Gliding Leaf Frog / Gliding Tree Frog / Spurrell's Leaf Frog, Cauca, Colombia Date:

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Gliding Leaf Frog / Gliding Tree Frog / Spurrell's Leaf Frog, Cauca, Colombia Date:

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Gliding Leaf Frog / Gliding Tree Frog / Spurrell's Leaf Frog, Cauca, Colombia Date:

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Gliding Leaf Frog / Gliding Tree Frog / Spurrell's Leaf Frog, Cauca, Colombia Date:

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Gliding Leaf Frog / Gliding Tree Frog / Spurrell's Leaf Frog, Cauca, Colombia Date:

Hang Gliding 1970S
A lone hang glider enjoys the sunset over the coast of Britain. Date: 1970s

Triplane Glider 1922
At a gliding contest near Clermont Ferrand, France, aviator Sardier is towed into the air in his Clement triplane Date: 1922

De Sandervals Prototype Glider Date: 1870s

Effects of wind on De Sandervals Glider - gliding in the wind, and gliding in the calm air. Date: 1870s

Flying dragon, a type of gliding lizard, Draco volans.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800

Yellow-bellied glider or southern petaurus, Petaurus australis, arboreal nocturnal gliding possum.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Flying Lemur - gliding. Philippines

Flying Lemur / Colugos - Gliding
FLYING LEMUR / COLUGOS - Gliding (Cynocephalus volans). Philippines

Gliding with motorless aircraft by G. H. Davis
Gliding and soaring with motorless aircraft explained: how sailplanes are launched and flown. Date: circa 1930s

A popular new sport, the glider, by G. H. Davis
The coming vogue of the glider. A popular German sport -- motorless flight -- about to start in England. Flying for men of moderate means: the motorless aeroplane -- catapult launching

Gliding training by G. H. Davis
How gliding training helps the war pilot during the Second World War: utilising clouds. 1940

Glider, Warbirds over Wanaka, Wanaka, Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Glider doing a loop, Warbirds over Wanaka, Wanaka, Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Africa, Kenya. Pair of great white pelicans gliding
Kenya. Pair of great white pelicans gliding. Credit as: Joanne Williams / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Flying Dragon (Draco volans)
Antique illustration of a Flying Dragon (Draco volans)

Small red and white aeroplane, side view

Illustration, Snail crossing winding garden path, side view

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"Gliding through the Skies: A Spectacular Display of Flight" Red Kite - In flight, soaring over nest territory in April. Lower Saxony, Germany: Witness the grace and elegance of a Red Kite as it effortlessly glides through the skies, showcasing its majestic presence. Red Kite - In flight Gigrin Farm, Wales BI003134: Experience the breathtaking sight of a Red Kite as it soars high above Gigrin Farm in Wales, displaying its mastery with utmost finesse. Inter-City 125: Discover the power and speed of one of Britain's iconic trains transformed into an airborne marvel as it gracefully glides across vast distances with unparalleled efficiency. Hen Harrier - Male and female in flight over breeding territory Isle of Texel, Holland: Marvel at nature's aerial acrobats as male and female Hen Harriers glide together over their breeding grounds on the picturesque Isle of Texel in Holland. German Glider Meeting: Immerse yourself in a world where gravity is defied by skillful pilots maneuvering sleek gliders during an exhilarating gathering that celebrates the artistry and precision of gliding. Bald Eagle - In flight BE5535: Behold America's symbol soar majestically through the sky as a Bald Eagle effortlessly rides thermal currents, showcasing its unrivaled ability to glide with unmatched grace. Great White Pelican - In flight over the Atlantic Ocean near Walvis Bay Namibia, Africa: Catch a glimpse of sheer beauty as a Great White Pelican takes to air above Namibia's stunning Atlantic coastline – truly an awe-inspiring display against nature's backdrop. Adult Bald Eagle in flight Homer Alaska : Journey to Homer Alaska where you can witness an adult Bald Eagle take wing amidst breathtaking landscapes; watch this magnificent creature navigate effortlessly through Alaskan skies.