Geophysical Collection

Mount Etna erupting, 2012 C016 / 4639
Mount Etna erupting, 2012. Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. Photographed on 27th April 2012

Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina N610FF
Canadian Vickers PBV-1A Canso (PBY-5A) N610FF (msn CV-399) of Barringer Research Limited, based in Toronto, Canada. The aircraft is seen at London Heathrow Airport for the 60 Years of Heathrow

Mount Etna erupting at night, 2012 C016 / 4637
Mount Etna erupting at night, 2012. Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. Photographed on 31st March 2012

A full-scale replica of Sputnik I is viewed by Isolde Dawe of Acton, London, at the UNESCO International Geophysical Year exhibition at the Royal Geographical Societys headquarters in Kensington

A geophysical survey bird towed by de Havilland DH104 Dove 1, G-AMKS

Vaughan Cornish, British geographer C017 / 7821
Vaughan Cornish (1863-1948), British geographer. Cornish studied chemistry at Victoria University of Manchester, graduating in 1888

Yasur volcano, Vanuatu C016 / 4656
Yasur volcano, Vanuatu. View of Mount Yasur, Vanuatu, erupting. Mount Yasur is an active stratovolcano on Tanna Island, Vanuatu, and rises to a height of 361 metres above sea level

Yasur volcano, Vanuatu C016 / 4659
Yasur volcano, Vanuatu. View of Mount Yasur, Vanuatu, erupting. Mount Yasur is an active stratovolcano on Tanna Island, Vanuatu, and rises to a height of 361 metres above sea level

Yasur volcano, Vanuatu C016 / 4658
Yasur volcano, Vanuatu. View of Mount Yasur, Vanuatu, erupting. Mount Yasur is an active stratovolcano on Tanna Island, Vanuatu, and rises to a height of 361 metres above sea level

Yasur volcano, Vanuatu C016 / 4657
Yasur volcano, Vanuatu. View of Mount Yasur, Vanuatu, erupting. Mount Yasur is an active stratovolcano on Tanna Island, Vanuatu, and rises to a height of 361 metres above sea level

Marum volcano, Vanuatu C016 / 4655
Marum volcano, Vanuatu. View into the Marum volcanic cone of Ambrym Island, Vanuatu. Ambrym is a large basaltic pyroclastic shield volcano

Erta Ale volcano, Congo C016 / 4654
Erta Ale volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Erta Ale, Ethiopia. Erta Ale is an active shield volcano in the Afar Region of northeastern Ethiopia

Erta Ale volcano, Congo C016 / 4653
Erta Ale volcano, Congo. Aerial view of the lava lake in the crater of Erta Ale, Ethiopia. Erta Ale is an active shield volcano in the Afar Region of northeastern Ethiopia

Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4650
Nyiragongo volcano, Congo. View of the crater wall (red) of Mount Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Here, the rock face is illuminated red by the molten lava in the crater

Erta Ale volcano, Congo C016 / 4652
Erta Ale volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Erta Ale, Ethiopia. Erta Ale is an active shield volcano in the Afar Region of northeastern Ethiopia

Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4651
Nyiragongo volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Mount Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mount Nyiragongo is an active stratovolcano in the Virunga Mountains of D.R

Russian volcanoes, 2012 C016 / 4648
Russian volcanoes, 2012. View of the active stratovolcanoes Kliuchevskoi (Klyuchevskaya), Kamen and Bezymianny reflected in a lake in Kamchatka, Russia

Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4649
Nyiragongo volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Mount Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mount Nyiragongo is an active stratovolcano in the Virunga Mountains of D.R

Sakurajima volcano erupting, Japan, 2012 C016 / 4646
Sakurajima volcano erupting, Japan, 2012. Sakurajima is an active stratovolcano in Kagoshima Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan. Photographed on 21st February 2013

Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011 C016 / 4643
Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011. View into the Tengger Caldera on Mount Bromo, an active stratovolcano and part of the Tengger massif, in East Java, Indonesia. Photographed on 20th March 2011

Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011 C016 / 4644
Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011. View into the Tengger Caldera on Mount Bromo, an active stratovolcano and part of the Tengger massif, in East Java, Indonesia. Photographed on 21st March 2011

Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011 C016 / 4642
Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011. View of the Tengger Caldera on Mount Bromo, an active stratovolcano and part of the Tengger massif, in East Java, Indonesia, at night

Mount Etna erupting at night, 2012 C016 / 4638
Mount Etna erupting at night, 2012. Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. Photographed on 25th April 2012

Mount Etna erupting at night, 2012 C016 / 4640
Mount Etna erupting at night, 2012. Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. Photographed on 27th April 2012

Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011 C016 / 4641
Mount Bromo erupting, Indonesia, 2011

Duke of Edinburgh on television, 1957
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (born 1921), opens International Geophysical Year on television in 1957 at Lime Grove Studios, Shepherds Bush, London

Antarctic research
MODEL RELEASED. Antarctic research. British Antarctic Survey scientist measuring local gravity prior to undertaking an aerial geophysical survey

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Our Earth: Geophysical Wonders and Explorations" Witnessing the raw power of nature as Mount Etna erupts, capturing a breathtaking moment in 2012 C016 / 4639. The majestic Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina N610FF soaring through the skies, embarking on geophysical adventures. A captivating replica of Sputnik I, symbolizing humanity's quest for understanding our planet's secrets from outer space. Marvel at the ingenuity behind a geophysical survey bird towed by de Havilland DH104 Dove, unraveling hidden treasures beneath our feet. Meet Vaughan Cornish, an esteemed British geographer whose expertise has contributed to unlocking countless geological enigmas (C017 / 7821). Journey to Vanuatu's Yasur volcano (C016 / 4656), where fiery eruptions paint the night sky with awe-inspiring displays of nature's might. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of Marum volcano (C016 / 4655) in Vanuatu - a true testament to Earth's dynamic forces. Join us on this extraordinary voyage as we delve into geophysics - exploring volcanic wonders, pushing boundaries with innovative technology, and honoring those who dedicate their lives to unraveling our planet's mysteries.