Hangars Collection (#2)

PanAm terminal, Miami, Florida, USA
Aerial view of the Pan-American Airways terminal, Miami, Florida, USA. Date: 1938

Short Stirling I -the first of the RAFs heavy bombers Designed to fit into existing hangars at the expense of performance

WW1 - Primitive Royal Air Force Bombers and Hangars
WW1 - Primitive Royal Air Force Bombers and their targets - the Zeppelin Sheds in Dusseldorf. The picture shows 1) The Zeppelin shed at Bickendorf, 2) The Zeppelin shed at Dusseldorf, 3) An air-bomb

World War I. Frenc squad
First World War (1914-1918). Hangars of a French fighter squad. Picture by Fran篩 os Flameng

An Aeroplane Taking Off, 1913 (w / c on paper)
XIR178712 An Aeroplane Taking Off, 1913 (w/c on paper) by Flameng, Francois (1856-1923); Musee de l Armee, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Airship hangars An O E Simmonds view
Airship hangars. An O.E. Simmonds view

Le Bourget Airport, Paris - Painting by Andrew McGeachy
ParisLe Bourget Airport, France (shown here with the main terminal building still partly under construction) - famous as the landing site for Charles Lindberghs historic solo transatlantic crossing

Administration Building, New Orleans Airport, New Orleans, LA
View of the Administrations building exterior and surrounding landscaping. Inset image shows the exterior of one of the hangars

USS Macon In Hangar One
Mountain View, California: c. 1934 The Navy dirigible, USS Macon in Hangar One at Moffett Field in California

Yerba Buena Aerodrome
Plans for the island of Yerba Buena, San Francisco, U.S.A. to be turned into a harbour airport and runways for the U.S. airforce, with tunnels serving as bomb-proof hangars Date: 1940s

Wwi / Planes / Aerial View
A British aerodrome in France seen from 3000m above, with 12 temporary hangars, and 20 aircraft ready to take off

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"Unveiling the Legacy: A Glimpse into Hangars of Aviation History" Step inside a time capsule as we explore the captivating world of hangars, where aviation dreams took flight and history was made. From iconic airships to groundbreaking aircraft, these structures have witnessed it all. One such momentous event occurred when the Airship R101 G-FaW majestically moored outside the hangars at Cardington, Bedford. Its colossal presence symbolized mankind's quest for airborne exploration and innovation. However, not all stories were filled with triumph. The loss of HMS Courageous by G. H. Davis serves as a poignant reminder of the risks faced by those who dared to conquer the skies. Their sacrifice forever etched in our collective memory. During World War II, RAF Balloon Barrage at Cardington stood tall against enemy attacks, protecting our skies from harm. It was here that Airship R101 G-FaW found solace alongside these resilient hangars during wartime turmoil. The Saunders Roe SR-45 Princess Flying Boat gracefully glided across waters near these very hangars - a testament to British engineering prowess and ambition on an international scale. Intriguingly unique among its peers was the sole Bristol Brabazon G-AGPW which graced these hallowed grounds. This behemoth showcased Britain's determination to push boundaries and redefine possibilities in aviation design. A different kind of allure arrived with Hispano HA-1112 M1L Buchon – an exquisite machine that captured hearts with its elegant lines and powerful performance within this historic WW2 R. A. F Air Base setting. Witnessing aerial acrobatics became routine as Aero L-39 Albatros 5015 soared through the skies above these very hangars - a thrilling display showcasing pilot skill and precision maneuvers that left spectators in awe-struck wonderment.