Airfields Collection

Falkland Islands Royal Engineer briefing map, 1982 (c); with typescript annotations relating to the condition and passibility of airfields, roads and tracks by tracked and wheeled vehicles

Flight simulator in use, RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire
A flight simulator in use at RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire. Before computers, flight simulators used actual models of different airfields in order to train pilots

Map of Yugoslavia by G. H. Davis
Map of Yugoslavia, Britains latest ally in the Second World War: her defensive mountains and valleys. Mountainous Yugoslavia, her valleys and airfields. Date: 1941

UK, England, Bedfordshire, Shortstown, Cardington Airfield, previously RAF Cardington, Royal Airship Works, former Airship Sheds

Westland Wapiti Flying Squadron 601, 1931 (gouache on paper)
2648913 Westland Wapiti Flying Squadron 601, 1931 (gouache on paper) by Bradshaw, Stanley Orton (1903-1950); 35.5x48.2 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art; English, out of copyright

Three meters above the enemy (colour litho)
2778584 Three meters above the enemy (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three meters above the enemy)

The Italian driver Colombo made a gesture of great courage at the meeting for the Acrobatics Cup in Paris (colour litho)
2778264 The Italian driver Colombo made a gesture of great courage at the meeting for the Acrobatics Cup in Paris (colour litho) by Beltrame

Francis Lombardis triumphant arrival in Mogadishu (colour litho)
2777926 Francis Lombardis triumphant arrival in Mogadishu (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francis Lombardis triumphant arrival in Mogadishu)

A very important episode of the lightning-fast Italian military action in Albania was... (colour litho)
2783894 A very important episode of the lightning-fast Italian military action in Albania was... (colour litho) by Beltrame

A very daring mockery (Colour Litho)
2783817 A very daring mockery (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A very daring mockery)

FLIGHT / AIRFIELD
A light aeroplane comes in to land over the heads of watchers in a car Date: 1935

The furniture that flies (colour litho)
2777893 The furniture that flies (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The furniture that flies)

After the prodigious test (colour litho)
2777859 After the prodigious test (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the prodigious test)

Road by an Airfield, c. 1942 (pencil & w / c on paper)
5614226 Road by an Airfield, c.1942 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); 46.3 x 56.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

During a violent storm unleashed, at night, in Germany, a field of spherical... (colour litho)
2778335 During a violent storm unleashed, at night, in Germany, a field of spherical... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A speed challenge between a small aircraft, a Tignola, and a powerful motorcycle (colour litho)
2783469 A speed challenge between a small aircraft, a Tignola, and a powerful motorcycle (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

At the Ciampino military airport, the Italian helicopter manages to rise and lower... (colour litho)
2777998 At the Ciampino military airport, the Italian helicopter manages to rise and lower... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dakota transport planes being unloaded on a captured airfield in southern Italy during the Second World War. In the foreground is the skeleton of a burnt out Italian CR42 single seat fighter plane

The first RAF Flying Fortresses to land at Lagens Airfield in the Portuguese owned Azores Islands in the Atlantic Ocean. The islands were of enormous strategic value regarding the defeat of

Air attack on the Japanese airfield at Hollandia (Jaypura) after the devastating surprise attack carried out by the Fifth US Air Force. April 1944

WAVING AS PLANE LEAVES
Waving to passengers on a plane just about to take off

In the foreground, DE Havilland DH86 Express, G-ACVY / 2302, Railway Air Services at Castle Bromwich Aerodrome; Castle
In the foreground, DE Havilland DH86 Express, G-ACVY/2302, Railway Air Services at Castle Bromwich Aerodrome; Castle Bromwich, West Midlands, England

Creating model for flight simulator, RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire
Man working on a model for a flight simulator for use at RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire. Before computers, flight simulators used actual models of different airfields in order to train pilots

Air Filling Station 1929
Located on the highway beside Los Angeles Metropolitan Airport, this service station caters for vehicles on the highway and also for aircraft using the airfield Date: 1929

Map of Sardinia by G. H. Davis
A contour map of Sardinia, showing airfields and seaplane bases during the Second World War. The island was experiencing concentrated bombing by the Allied Strategic Air Force. Date: 1943

Runway at Auckland Airport, and Manukau Harbour, North Island, New Zealand - aerial

Tornado storm damage to hangers of local airport, Oakes, North Dakota, U. S. A. july 2011
Tornado storm damage to hangers of local airport, Oakes, North Dakota, U.S.A. july 2011

Northern Wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe) adult female, foraging on turf airstrip, Warwickshire, England, april

Windsock in an airfield

Podlington Airfield, Britain, 1945
Drawing showing the huge deserted runway of Podlington airfield; formerly used by the US Eighth Air Force as a base for their raids on Germany, 1945

France / Alps / Flights 1931
Passy, an airfield in the French Alps, is the point of departure for sightseeing flights over Mont Blanc

A French Airfield 1922
Spectators flinch as a biplane flies uncomfortably close to them on a French airfield

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"Unveiling the Untold Stories: A Glimpse into Airfields' Rich History" Step back in time with the Falkland Islands Royal Engineer briefing map, 1982, as we explore the strategic importance during historical conflicts. Experience the thrill of flying without leaving the ground at RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire, where a flight simulator is in use. Immerse yourself in the world of aviation and feel what it's like to soar through the skies. Delve into cartography with an intriguing Map of Yugoslavia by G. H. Davis. Witness how airfields played a pivotal role in shaping military strategies and operations across this diverse nation. Catch a glimpse of an iconic windsock fluttering on an airfield – a symbol that guides pilots safely to their destinations amidst changing winds and weather conditions. Travel to Cardington Airfield, previously known as RAF Cardington, located in Shortstown, Bedfordshire, England. Uncover its fascinating past and discover how it contributed to aviation history. Embark on a visual journey through French North Africa with captivating colour lithographs depicting daring feats performed within airfield boundaries. Marvel at acts of bravery that defy gravity and captivate audiences. Witness extraordinary tales unfold as depicted in vibrant colour lithographs such as "Saved in Enemy Land" or "Three Meters Above The Enemy. " These artworks depict heroic actions taken by individuals who risked everything for their cause. Discover lesser-known stories like Westland Wapiti Flying Squadron 601 from 1931 captured beautifully using gouache on paper. Learn about their contributions to early aviation advancements and defense initiatives. Be amazed by courageous gestures showcased through artistry such as "The Italian Driver Colombo's Gesture" or "Francis Lombardi's Triumphant Arrival. " These colourful lithographs celebrate moments when individuals pushed boundaries for glory and honor.