Monino air force museum, Russia C016 / 8384
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Monino air force museum, Russia C016 / 8384
Monino air force museum. View of aircraft preserved at the Monino Air Force Museum, just outside Moscow, Russia. In the foreground are three fighter aircraft from the Second World War (known in Russia as the Great Patriotic War): l-r the Polikarpov I-16; the Mikoyan-Guryevich MiG-3 and the Lavochkin La-7. Hanging above these is a scale model of the Tupolev Tu-144 supersonic airliner. Photographed in 1988
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1980s 1988 20th Aeroplane Aerospace Aircraft Airliner Black Century Charger Combat Conflict Exhibit Exhibition Fighter Fighters Flight Force Gurevich Guryevich Mikoyan Museum Preservation Preserved Public Russia Russian Soviet Supersonic Tupolev Twentieth Union Ussr Airforce Monino Second World
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This print captures the essence of the Monino Air Force Museum, located just outside Moscow, Russia. Taken in 1988, it offers a glimpse into the rich history and technological advancements of Russian aviation during the 20th century. In this monochrome image, three fighter aircraft from the Second World War stand proudly in the foreground. From left to right, we see the Polikarpov I-16, Mikoyan-Guryevich MiG-3, and Lavochkin La-7 - symbols of courage and combat prowess that played significant roles during the Great Patriotic War. Hovering above these legendary fighters is a meticulously crafted scale model of the Tupolev Tu-144 supersonic airliner. This sleek marvel represents Soviet ingenuity and ambition in aerospace technology. Preserved with utmost care and precision at this historical museum, these aircraft serve as reminders of Russia's remarkable contribution to aviation history. The black-and-white composition adds an air of nostalgia to this scene frozen in time. Visiting Monino Air Force Museum allows visitors to immerse themselves in a world where flight becomes tangible. It is a public testament to both military might and engineering brilliance that shaped not only Russian but also global aviation heritage. Captured by RIA NOVOSTI/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, this print encapsulates an era when aerial supremacy was fiercely contested while celebrating Russia's enduring passion for flight.
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