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Warbird Collection (#5)

"Warbird Wonderland: Exploring the Rich History of Vintage Aircraft in Salinas

Background imageWarbird Collection: Hawker Hurricane Mk 1A

Hawker Hurricane Mk 1A
Hawker Hurricanes from the RAF 111 Sqn flying in formation before the Battle-Of-Britain Date: 1938

Background imageWarbird Collection: Mitsubishi Ki-46 Dinah

Mitsubishi Ki-46 Dinah Parked Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Mitsubishi Ki-46 Type 100 Dinah 2

Mitsubishi Ki-46 Type 100 Dinah 2
A Mitsubishi Ki-46 Dinah 2 Parked Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Curtiss P-40C Tomahawk IIB / 2B

Curtiss P-40C Tomahawk IIB / 2B
Note: Signature on Print. WW2 Fighter Air Aces, Wing Cmdr Charles Beamish, Sitting in Cockpit of His Curtiss Tomahawk and Wing Cmdr Ian Gleed Stand on Wing Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Messerschmitt Bf-109A

Messerschmitt Bf-109A
A Condor Legion Messerschmitt Bf-109A Parked During the Spanish Civil War Date: 1938

Background imageWarbird Collection: Hawker Fury

Hawker Fury
A Formation of Royal Airforce Hawker Furys of 25 Squadron Flying at the RAF Flypast Date: 1935

Background imageWarbird Collection: Hawker Hurricane

Hawker Hurricane
A Formation of Hawker Hurricanes Bombing a Bridge During an Empire Air Flypast Date: 1939

Background imageWarbird Collection: Vickers 406 Wellington B-2

Vickers 406 Wellington B-2
An RAF Vickers Wellington Mk II Bomber of 104 Sqn Being Loaded with Bombs by Ground Crew Prior to a Sortie Date: 1941

Background imageWarbird Collection: Vickers 417 Wellington B-3

Vickers 417 Wellington B-3
An RAF Vickers Wellington Bomber, with Bristol Hercules XI Engine, of 425 Alouette Sqn Flying over Fields. This Aircraft Was Lost over France Whilst on a Sortie to Stuttgart in 1943 Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Vickers 424 Wellington B-4

Vickers 424 Wellington B-4
An RAF Vickers Wellington Mark IV Bomber with P&W Wasp Engine, Flying Through Cloud Date: 1943

Background imageWarbird Collection: Handley Page Hampden

Handley Page Hampden
RAF Handley Page Hampden Twin-Engined Medium Bomber of 106 Sqn flying in formation Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Short S-29 Stirling

Short S-29 Stirling
An RAF Short Stirling Heavy Bomber of 7 Sqn with Pilot, Air & Ground Crew & Bombs. the Bomber Has a Top Speed of 280Mph, a Loaded Weight of 70, 000Lb

Background imageWarbird Collection: Sopwith Scout

Sopwith Scout
3D Stereoscopic Image, Sopwith Scout with Photographic Gun Top Plane Mounting Date: 1918

Background imageWarbird Collection: Supermarine Spitfire 5A / VA

Supermarine Spitfire 5A / VA
A Supermarine Spitfire 5A / Va Parked on Grass with the Tropical Modification and Marking H&H on Fuselage Date: 1941

Background imageWarbird Collection: Supermarine Spitfire 5C / VC

Supermarine Spitfire 5C / VC
A Supermarine Spitfire 5C / Vc with the Tropical Modification, South African Air Force with 250 Lb Bombs Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Supermarine Spitfire 5 / V

Supermarine Spitfire 5 / V
A Supermarine Spitfire 5 / V Parked with the Tropical Modification, Maltas 1000 Th Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Supermarine Spitfire 9 / IX

Supermarine Spitfire 9 / IX
Douglas Baders Personal Supermarine Spitfire 9 / Ix Parked Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Supermarine Spitfire 1 / I

Supermarine Spitfire 1 / I
RAF Spitfire 1S of 72 Squadron flying in formation over the Coastline and Sea Date: 1941

Background imageWarbird Collection: Supermarine Spitfire 5B / VB

Supermarine Spitfire 5B / VB
A Supermarine Spitfire 5B / Vb Parked with the Tropical Modification Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Focke Wulf FW-190G-3

Focke Wulf FW-190G-3
Luftwaffe FW-190G3 Flying Date: 1940s

Background imageWarbird Collection: Focke Wulf FW-190

Focke Wulf FW-190 Shot-Down in a Dog-Fight. from a Sequence of Images from the Machine-Gun Coupled Camera of a Spitfire Pilot Flight Sgt Robson, a New Zealander, Flying at 17

Background imageWarbird Collection: RAF FE-2b

RAF FE-2b
RAF FE-2B Parked Date: 1910s

Background imageWarbird Collection: 1940s style pin-up girl lying on a T-6 Texan training aircraft

1940s style pin-up girl lying on a T-6 Texan training aircraft

Background imageWarbird Collection: 1940s pin-up girl standing on the wing of a World War II T-6 Texan

1940s pin-up girl standing on the wing of a World War II T-6 Texan
1940s style pin-up girl standing on the wing of a World War II T-6 Texan

Background imageWarbird Collection: 1940s style aviator pin-up girl posing with a vintage T-6 Texan aircraft

1940s style aviator pin-up girl posing with a vintage T-6 Texan aircraft
1940s style aviator pin-up girl posing with a vintage World War II T-6 Texan aircraft

Background imageWarbird Collection: Illustration of a Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero fighter plane

Illustration of a Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero fighter plane
Illustration of a Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero, lead aircraft of Carrier Division 1, Air Superiority Command, 2nd Strike Unit, aircraft carrier Akagi, Pearl Harbor, December 7th, 1941

Background imageWarbird Collection: Grumman F6F Hellcat in World War II U. S. Navy colors

Grumman F6F Hellcat in World War II U. S. Navy colors
Grumman F6F Hellcat in World War II U.S. Navy colors while taxiing at Duxford airport, England

Background imageWarbird Collection: 1940s style Navy pin-up girl sitting on a vintage Corsair fighter plane

1940s style Navy pin-up girl sitting on a vintage Corsair fighter plane
1940s style Navy pin-up girl sitting on a vintage World War II Corsair fighter plane

Background imageWarbird Collection: Pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a P-51 Mustang

Pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a P-51 Mustang fighter plane

Background imageWarbird Collection: Pin-up girl standing on the wing of a P-51 Mustang

Pin-up girl standing on the wing of a P-51 Mustang fighter plane

Background imageWarbird Collection: Sexy 1940s pin-up girl in lingerie posing with a B-25 bomber

Sexy 1940s pin-up girl in lingerie posing with a B-25 bomber

Background imageWarbird Collection: Nose art on a Curtiss P-40E Warhawk

Nose art on a Curtiss P-40E Warhawk
Close-up view of the nose art on a Curtiss P-40E Warhawk on display at the Warhawk Air Museum, Nampa, Idaho

Background imageWarbird Collection: 1940s pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a World War II T-6 Texan

1940s pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a World War II T-6 Texan
1940s style pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a World War II T-6 Texan

Background imageWarbird Collection: Retro pin-up girl posing with a World War II era PBY Catalina seaplane

Retro pin-up girl posing with a World War II era PBY Catalina seaplane

Background imageWarbird Collection: Beautiful 1940s style pin-up girl posing with a P-51 Mustang

Beautiful 1940s style pin-up girl posing with a P-51 Mustang
Beautiful 1940s style pin-up girl posing with a World War II era P-51 Mustang

Background imageWarbird Collection: Cute pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a P-51 Mustang

Cute pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a P-51 Mustang
Cute pin-up girl sitting on the wing of a World War II era P-51 Mustang fighter plane




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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.