Warbird Collection (#2)

Wingman
Piotr Wrobel

Messerschmitt Bf-109E-1
Messerschmitt Bf-109 of Luftwaffe Stab 3./ Jagdgeschwader 26 Which Force-Landed in a Field in Kent, Southern England UK after Being Shot-Down by Squadron Leader Henry C Sawyer in a Spitfire 1 of 65

Hawker Hurricane Mk 1
Royal Air Force RAF 56 Sqn Hawker Hurricane Parked with Sargent Higginson (In White Overalls) and RAF Officers in 1940 During the Battle-Of-Britain Date: 1940

Polikarpov I-16 Rata
A Parked Formation of Polikarpov I-16 Ratas During the Spanish Civil War with Pilot Standing in Front Date: 1930s

Focke Wulf FW-190A-3
Several Luftwaffe FW-190S Parked on Dry Grass 7 / Jg-2 Richthofen at Morait, France, Summer 1942 Date: 1942

Consolidated B-24D Liberator III / 3
Consolidated B-24D Liberator Parked Date: 1940s

Consolidated B-24J Liberator
USAF 491st Bg Bomber Group Consolidated B-24J Liberator Burned Wreckage Date: 1944

Consolidated B-24J Liberator B-8
Consolidated B-24 Liberator B.8 after Modifications at Scottish Aviation at Prestwick on 19th September 1944 Date: 1944

Gloster Meteor F-4
Formation of Four RAF 66 Squadron Gloster Meteor F-4S Based at Duxford in 1949 Date: 1949

Messerschmitt Bf-109C-2
Pilot Sitting on the Wing of Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Bf-109C-2 with Two Bladed Propellers Parked Date: 1940s

Messerschmitt Bf-109F-2
Captured Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Bf-109 Parked with Bent Propellers Date: 1941

Messerschmitt Bf-109G-2
Cockpit of Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Bf-109G-2 with the Revi Gun-Sight Top Centre on the Instrument-Panel, Instruments Include Early Examples of a Radio-Compass and Artificial-Horizon Date: 1940s

Messerschmitt Bf-109C-1
Oberst Werner Molders Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Bf-109C-1 Named Luchs Parked During the Spanish Civil War Date: 1930s

Messerschmitt Bf-109E
Engineer with Hand on the Wing of a Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Bf-109E Date: 1940s

Bell RP-63G-1-BE Pinball KingCobra
A Bell Rp-63G-1-Be Kingcobra Frangible Bullet Target-Drone / Uav. Note the Lights in Discs on the Top and Sides. This Was the 57, 297th P-63 Ordered. Date: 1946

Fairey Firefly Being Loaded Onto Aircraft-Carrier Hms Glory (R62) at Iwakuni Docks, Southern Japan Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Faa During Korean War Date: 1951

Hawker Sea Fury Landing Accident / Crash Sequence Onto Aircraft-Carrier Hms Glory (R62) Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Faa During Korean War Date: 1952

Gloster Trent Meteor F-1
Prototype Modified Gloster Trent Meteor F-1 Test-Bed Parked with Trent Rb-50 Engine, the First Turboprop Aircraft to Fly, As Flown by Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, Cbe, Dsc, Afc

Supermarine Spitfire LF-9 / LF-IX Floatplane
Prototype of Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 9 Floatplane Flying Enroute over Water Date: 1944

Supermarine Spitfire PR-11 / PR-XI
Royal Airforce RAF Photo-Reconnaissance Supermarine Spitfire 11 Flying Enroute with Cloud Behind Date: 1944

Supermarine Spitfire LF-5B / LF-VB
316 (Polish) Squadron Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 5B Flying Enroute with Clipped-Wing Date: 1940s

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"Warbird Wonderland: Exploring the Rich History of Vintage Aircraft in Salinas, California" Step into a world where history takes flight - welcome to the captivating realm of warbirds. Nestled in Salinas, California, this aviation haven showcases an impressive collection of iconic aircraft that once graced the skies during times of conflict. From legendary B-17 Bomber Aircraft to sleek Hawker Hurricane Mk 2D and Mk 5 models, each warbird tells a tale of bravery and resilience. As you enter the cockpit of a Piper L-4 Cub adorned with US Army D-Day colors, imagine yourself soaring through time as these courageous pilots did. The Consolidated RY-3 B-24 Liberator stands tall nearby, reminding us of its vital role in World War II missions. A Vickers Wellington whispers stories from across the Atlantic while a Messerschmitt Bf-109E-7U2 serves as a reminder that even adversaries can be admired for their engineering prowess. Prepare to be awestruck by the imposing Fairey Gannet AEW-3 and marvel at its advanced technology for its time. And who could forget about not one but two Consolidated B-24 Liberators? These mighty machines symbolize American ingenuity and determination. The Supermarine Spitfire 8/VIII gracefully commands attention with its elegant design and heroic legacy. Witnessing a Supermarine Spitfire Mk-18 soar through the clouds is like witnessing poetry in motion - an homage to those who fought valiantly for freedom. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves transported to Wanaka, South Island, New Zealand where a Tiger Moth Biplane awaits our admiration. Its vintage charm captures hearts as it effortlessly glides through azure skies. In this mesmerizing showcase of warbirds from around the globe, history comes alive with every engine roar and wingtip salute.