A legendary Douglas C-47 'Skytrain' in WWII USAAF livery, complete with D-Day invasion stripes, in flight. A true icon of aviation history.

G/A flight

DC Smithsonian

The visible roundel on the wing confirms RAF operation; underwing stores and missiles identify it as configured for operational or demonstration flight.

The F-22's thrust vectoring nozzles and angular tailplanes are distinctive from this angle.

This airframe, AF 5588, is part of the first batch of F-35As delivered to the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath (LN tail code). The blue hue from the cockpit canopy is a special coating for radar/IR reduction.

This Cessna was owned by a family friend. I flew in it many times. Unfortunately, he sold and gave up his pilot’s license

The front view showing the distinctive raked wingtips and large GE90 engines helps confirm this as a 777-300ER, operated by Singapore Airlines JFK to FRA

The layout and overhead panels, side-stick controls, and EFIS screens are characteristic of an Airbus A320 family cockpit, seen here likely during pre-takeoff or simulation mode.

The aircraft on top is a full-scale Shuttle replica named 'Independence,' not an actual flown orbiter, but this 747 (N905NA) did, in fact, ferry real Space Shuttles for NASA.

This German Tornado carries special markings, likely from a squadron or era commemoration, and is preserved as a gate guardian or memorial near a Luftwaffe installation.

EasyJet Europe A319

The MD-11F is renowned for its distinctive trijet configuration and remains prized for its cargo capacity despite challenging landing characteristics.

This particular aircraft, registration 169873, is one of the Advanced Hawkeye models with improved radar and avionics. E-2Ds are critical for modern naval warfare, providing extended radar coverage for carrier strike gro…

The Praetor 500 boasts advanced avionics and fly-by-wire system, setting it apart among midsize business jets.

. Registration C-GWCM is visible just ahead of the rear doors. The aircraft is photographed on the ground during winter, a common sight in Canada. Livery is the classic WestJet scheme.

. Registration C-GMEU, fleet number 422; WestJet Encore operates one of Canada's largest Q400 fleets.

The upturned advanced split-scimitar winglets visible in this photo are distinctive to the 737 MAX series.

The A350-900 is renowned for its fuel efficiency, quiet cabin, and advanced passenger comfort. Air France uses these primarily on high-density intercontinental routes.