Aviation Collection (page 100)

The very first British Westland Whirlwind helicopter arrives at its new home at the Midland Air Museum at Coventry Airport

Arrival of a Hawker Hunter jet fighter at Babington Airport in Coventry, the latest recruit for the Midland Air Museum bring the total number of aircraft on show to 14. 29th June 1979

Unveiling of a 1947 Avro Anson at the Midland Air Museum, Coventry Airport, Baginton. Over the years the plane has been prey to vandals whoi smashed the fuselage and ripped of its fabric covering

Chairman of Midland Air Museum John Berkeley presents one of the museums exhibits, A US Army De Havilland Beaver to three German officials from a museum in Berlin

Craft and design pupils at Whitley Abbey School in Coventry at work on their latest project, the assembling of a Turbulent single seater plane for their upcoming Aerolink exhibition

Concorde pictured at London Airport, Heathrow. 25th April 1985

Star Annan representing Miss Ghana in the upcoming Miss World beauty competition, pictured upon her arrival at Londons Heathrow Airport from Accra

Engineers work on a Pratt and Whitney jet engine from Boeing 747 at Nantgarw. 19th April 1984

An Imperial Airways Armstrong Whitworth aircraft of the Argosy class. All the original seven have now been dismantled except one now used for joy-riding at Blackpool. 18th September 1936

Imperial Airways Heracles launch, 1932. This aircraft, G-aXC, nicknamed Heracles was built by Handley Page in Hertfordshire and first flew in 1931

Cramlington Gliding Club members hauling into position a new machine, received the day before. It is the gift of Mr W L Runciman. 14th March 1938

Preparing Lunch in the Imperial Airways liner Scylla. The airline was merged into British Overseas Imperial Airways corporation in 1940. 18th September 1936

Two De Havilland Mosquito bomber planes from the No. 140 Wing RAF of the Second Tactical
Two De Havilland Mosquito bomber planes from the No.140 Wing RAF of the Second Tactical Air Force attack the Gestapo headquarters housed in the University of Aarhus in Denmark during the Second World

American crew members of the 381st Bomb Group return to a Bomber station of the U. S
American crew members of the 381st Bomb Group return to a Bomber station of the U.S. Air Force, somewhere in England after leading a flight to Berlin in their B-17 Flying Fortress plane

Princess Elizabeth steps from her plane after landing at London Airport after being recalled from Kenya following the death of her father King George VI

England football team leaving London airport for Frankfurt. 24th June 1966

Gliding over Northumberland. The glider is pulled to attitude by a De Havilland Chipmunk. 3rd July 1977

Gliding over Northumberland. 3rd July 1977

The Gloster Meteor Mk IV that beat the world Air Speed record. November 1945 P000494

Miss Amy Johnson addressing the huge gathering at Geelong in Victoria, Australia on Wednesday June 18 1930. The previous month, the English aviation pioneer had set off from Croydon airport

Christening of Britains first air ambulance by English aviation pioneer Mrs. Amy Mollison (formerly Miss Amy Johnson) at Feltham Air Path. June 1936

Glider over Lasham airfield October 1970

A Hercules of RAF Transport Command seen here at the Tees Valley Airshow, Durham Tees Valley Airport, Darlington, County Durham, Saturday 14th May 1989

A Fairchilds A10 tank buster seen here at the Tees Valley Airshow, Durham Tees Valley Airport, Darlington, County Durham, Saturday 14th May 1989

The first Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet seen here on the apron following its arrival at Heathrow Airport. The aircraft was three hours late after being delayed in New York where one of the fan jet engines had

Photographer on the apron following the arrival of the first Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet at Heathrow Airport. The aircraft had been delayed for three hours in New York where one of the fan jet engines had

Photographers on the apron awaiting the arrival of the first Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet at Heathrow Airport. The aircraft had been delayed for three hours in New York where one of the fan jet engines had

The first flight of UK-built Concorde prototype 002 from Filton near Bristol to RAF Fairford piloted by Brian Trubshaw on 9th April 1969

The England football team board their plane as they leave London airport for Frankfurt ahead of the 1966 World Cup tournament. 24th June 1966

England team board their plane at Heathrow as they take a flight to Ireland for their upcoming international match. Pictured are Jimmy Greaves, Bobby Moore, Maurice Norman

England team board their plane at Heathrow as they take a flight to Belfast for their upcoming international match against Northern Ireland

England team at Heathrow as they take a flight to Belfast for their upcoming international match against Northern Ireland

The Bristol Blenheim Mark IV (Longnose) high speed fighter bomber in flight over Britain during the Second World War. 10th November 1940

At a famous Air Armament School in Eastern England, bomb aimers who have proved themselves in operations are trained as " captains" of squadron bomb-aimers

Chinese labourers prising open the case on the arrival of the Bristol Blenheim Mark IV (Longnose) high speed fighter bomber at an RAF station in Malaya during the Second World War. 18th November 1941

The Bristol Blenheim Mark V high speed fighter bomber in flight during the North African campaign in the Second World War. 29th December 1942

1968 East African Asian Crisis. Scene at Nairobi Airport as large crowds wait to board flights to the U.K. before the UK Government introduce a new immigration bill preventing them from settling in

A view of the R101 airships main control car. Circa August 1930

Some of the crew of the R101 airship seen here at Cardington before embarking on a test flight of the airship. Left to right F Kemp (rigger), G Taylor (rigger), H Rowe (rigger), F Noble (engineer)

The main lounge of the R101 airship The colour scheme was white panels with gold inlay. The curtains on to the promenade deck were of fine Cambridge blue

The airship R101 seen here flying over St Pauls Cathedral on her first proving flight. 14th October 1929

Gary Numan Pops Star with the T33 shooting stars July 1983

Gary Numan with one of the new planes he had bought September 1981

Gary Numan February 1982 pop satr poses beside his pride and joy a black Navajo twin-engined plane

Aircam Aviation. Based at Teesside Airport, has an agreement with County Durham ambulance service to get surgeons from Newcastle Freeman Hospital to the airport and then on to wherever the donor is

The City of Lincoln, one of the few Lancaster bomners still flying, parks up at at RAF Scampton for inspection by members of the Guinea Pig Club and their guests. 20th May 1980

A Lancaster bomber preparing for take-off during the Second World War. Circa 1944

A Second World War Avro Lancaster bomber flies past at Teesside Airport. August 1981

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"Exploring the Skies: A Journey through Aviation History" Amelia Earhart: An inspiring US aviation pioneer who defied gender norms and left her mark on history. The B-17 Bomber Aircraft: A symbol of American strength and resilience during World War II, soaring through the skies with a mission. Cockpit Chronicles: Peering into the heart of aviation, where pilots navigate their aircraft with precision and skill. Salinas, California: A city that witnessed countless takeoffs and landings, serving as a hub for aviation enthusiasts. Howard Hughes: Another legendary figure in US aviation history, his innovations pushed boundaries and revolutionized the industry. Telegraph Key (Morse Code) Type J-37: Once an essential communication tool for aviators, connecting them across vast distances. Museum of Flight in Seattle, Washington State: Home to a treasure trove of artifacts showcasing the rich heritage of North American aviation. Wright Brothers' Legacy at Huffman Prairie: Wilbur and Orville Wright's groundbreaking achievements continue to inspire generations of aviators worldwide. Amelia Earhart's Training Days in Boston Plane (1926): Captured in a timeless black-and-white photograph, she honed her skills before embarking on daring adventures. Galley aboard Zeppelin LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin (1933): Offering luxurious comfort amidst the clouds during an era when airships ruled the skies. Trans-World Airlines Poster featuring TWA Lockheed Constellation over Manhattan (1950s): An iconic image representing travel dreams taking flight above New York City's skyline. HMS Ark Royal Fleet Air Arm Aircraft - McDonnell Douglas Phantom FG1 (F-4K): British naval power showcased by these mighty jets ready to defend from above. 13. Runway Perspective by Eric Ravilious (1941): A mesmerizing artwork capturing both the beauty and precision of aircraft taking off into the vast unknown. 14.