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Background imagePilots Collection: Churchills praise for RAF Pilots

Churchills praise for RAF Pilots
" Never was so much owed by so many to so few" - Prime Minister Winston Churchill from a speech made on 20th August 1940

Background imagePilots Collection: Mercury 7 Astronauts

Mercury 7 Astronauts
The Mercury Project astronauts standing beside a 106-B plane. (l to r) Ms Carpenter, L G Cooper, John H Glenn, V I Grissom, Walter M Schirra, Alan B Shepard and D K Slayton

Background imagePilots Collection: Wartime poster of Churchills famous words

Wartime poster of Churchills famous words: Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few, referring to the pilots of the Royal Air Force, fighting the Battle of Britain

Background imagePilots Collection: Royal Air Force Display Poster, Hendon

Royal Air Force Display Poster, Hendon, showing two pilots in flight, with other planes in the background. 1936

Background imagePilots Collection: Telegraph Key (Morse Code) Type J-37

Telegraph Key (Morse Code) Type J-37
A well-used example of the portable telegraph key issued by the US Signal Corps during WW II, the Korean and Vietnam wars

Background imagePilots Collection: Propaganda poster: prime ministers statement

Propaganda poster: prime ministers statement
Second world war propaganda poster. Above a photograph of five brave airmen is a quotation from the Prime Minister, Winston Churchill: Never was so much owed by so many to so few

Background imagePilots Collection: Amy Johnson

Amy Johnson
Pilot Amy Johnson 1936

Background imagePilots Collection: National Air Safety Committee Poster

National Air Safety Committee Poster
Poster, National Air Safety Committee, providing instructions to new pilots -- please help to keep flying safe. 1933

Background imagePilots Collection: Supermarine test pilots at High Post Aerodrome in March?

Supermarine test pilots at High Post Aerodrome in March?
Supermarine test pilots at High Post Aerodrome in March 1946: From left: Flt Lt P. Wigley DFC, Sqn Ldr W.J.G. Morgan DFC, Lt Cdr Jeffrey K. Quill AFC, Chief Test Pilot; Flt Lt Leslie R

Background imagePilots Collection: WW2 poster, The British Commonwealth of Nations Together

WW2 poster, The British Commonwealth of Nations Together. 1941

Background imagePilots Collection: Sister Hilda Hope McMaugh, AIF, in an aircraft at the C?

Sister Hilda Hope McMaugh, AIF, in an aircraft at the C?
Sister Hilda Hope McMaugh, AIF, in an aircraft at the Central Aircraft Co at Northolt, having just obtained her pilot?s certificate, becoming the first Australian woman to do so on 15 November 1919

Background imagePilots Collection: Flight simulator in use, RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire

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

Background imagePilots Collection: The Battle of Britain

The Battle of Britain
A circular painting depicting the brave men of the Royal Airforce on the ground and in action during the Battle of Briatin

Background imagePilots Collection: The pilots of a Heinkel He111

The pilots of a Heinkel He111

Background imagePilots Collection: Pilots view from the Concorde simulator at BAC Filton

Pilots view from the Concorde simulator at BAC Filton. July 1977. Date: 1977

Background imagePilots Collection: Imperial Airways Poster, Travel Luxuriously

Imperial Airways Poster, Travel Luxuriously in the Worlds largest air liners, serving Europe, Africa, India and the Far East. Showing two pilots in the cockpit of a Heracles, and passengers boarding

Background imagePilots Collection: CONCORDE 002 FLIES 1969

CONCORDE 002 FLIES 1969
Brian Trubshaw pilots the British-built Supersonic transport aircraft, Concorde 002 on its maiden flight from Filton to Fairford, seven years before entering service. Date: 9 April 1969

Background imagePilots Collection: The Flying Saucer Conspiracy, book cover

The Flying Saucer Conspiracy, book cover
THE FLYING SAUCER CONSPIRACY, a book by Donald E Keyhoe. The cover shows two airline pilots sighting a flying saucer through their cockpit window

Background imagePilots Collection: Wilbur and Orville Wright with Flyer II at Huffman Prairie, Dayton, Ohio, USA, May 1

Wilbur and Orville Wright with Flyer II at Huffman Prairie, Dayton, Ohio, USA, May 1, 1904

Background imagePilots Collection: The new R. A. F. Centrifuge 1955

The new R. A. F. Centrifuge 1955
Testing the effects of gravitational stresses experienced by pilots at high speeds: the new R.A.F. centrifuge at the Royal Air Force Institute of Aviation Medicine at Farnborough, Hampshire

Background imagePilots Collection: Sopwith Camel biplanes on an airfield, WW1

Sopwith Camel biplanes on an airfield, WW1
A long line of Sopwith Camel biplanes of No. 148 Aero Squadron USAS (United States Air Service) on an airfield during the First World War, with pilots and ground crew. Date: 8 August 1918

Background imagePilots Collection: Richthofen and members of the Jagdstaffel

Richthofen and members of the Jagdstaffel
Captain Baron von Richthofen, German flying ace, responsible for bringing down 80 Allied planes during World War One

Background imagePilots Collection: A colorful Republic Seabee amphibian aircraft splashing down in Lakes Agnes, Fl

A colorful Republic Seabee amphibian aircraft splashing down in Lakes Agnes, Fl

Background imagePilots Collection: Chipmunk aircraft of the G. U. A.s (Glasgow University Air Squadron

Chipmunk aircraft of the G. U. A.s (Glasgow University Air Squadron
Chipmunk aircraft of the G.U.A.S (Glasgow University Air Squadron) at RAF Waddington 10th July 1952

Background imagePilots Collection: Pilots cockpit of a spitfire 1940

Pilots cockpit of a spitfire 1940
Cockpit, with its amazing array of dials, is the epitome of intensive mechanical warfare. 1940

Background imagePilots Collection: Chelyuskin search and rescue, 1934

Chelyuskin search and rescue, 1934
Chelyuskin search and rescue aviators from the USA and the Soviet Union, in front of a seaplane

Background imagePilots Collection: Sketch cover featuring Amelia Earhart by Olive Snell

Sketch cover featuring Amelia Earhart by Olive Snell
Portrait of pioneering American aviator, Amelia Earhart (1897 - 1937) by society portraitist Olive Snell on the front cover of The Sketch magazine. Date: 1928

Background imagePilots Collection: Air correspondents of London newspapers visit Royal Air Force Commands in North Africa

Air correspondents of London newspapers visit Royal Air Force Commands in North Africa. Picture (issued 1943) shows - A group of air correspondents with R.A.F

Background imagePilots Collection: Members of an American Eagle Squadron at an overseas Club Place challenge during

Members of an American Eagle Squadron at an overseas Club Place challenge during the Second World War

Background imagePilots Collection: RAF Pilots scramble during th Battle of Britain Conflict World War Two Pilots

RAF Pilots scramble during th Battle of Britain Conflict World War Two Pilots running Aircraft Fighter Supermarine Spitfire Airfield England DH Circa July 1940 1940s © Mirrorpix dvdnews

Background imagePilots Collection: Nieuport 17s of the French N124 Escadrille Lafayette

Nieuport 17s of the French N124 Escadrille Lafayette
Four Nieuport 17s of the French N124 Escadrille Lafayette, formed of French commanded American volunteer pilots

Background imagePilots Collection: Fokker Dr I with Pfalz D III in background

Fokker Dr I with Pfalz D III in background
Fokker Dr I German fighter triplane with a Pfalz D III in the background. The Fokkers pilot prepares for takeoff, with a mechanic ready to swing the propeller and two more in attendance

Background imagePilots Collection: Wreckage of Hawker and Grieves Sopwith Atlantic used in their attempt to cross the Atlantic (b / w photo)

Wreckage of Hawker and Grieves Sopwith Atlantic used in their attempt to cross the Atlantic (b / w photo)
3094455 Wreckage of Hawker and Grieves Sopwith Atlantic used in their attempt to cross the Atlantic (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imagePilots Collection: Phantom pilot Lieutenant Commander Peter Marshall of the Fleet Air arm

Phantom pilot Lieutenant Commander Peter Marshall of the Fleet Air arm, with his four year old son Richard dressed in matching pilots uniform at the Royal Naval Air Station at Yeovilton, Somerset

Background imagePilots Collection: Cartoon, the French aviator as hero, WW1

Cartoon, the French aviator as hero, WW1
Cartoon, the French aviator as hero -- everyone admires him! Date: 1915

Background imagePilots Collection: Two men at the controls of a Sunderland flying boat

Two men at the controls of a Sunderland flying boat
Two men (second fitter and rigger) at the controls of a Sunderland Mark I flying boat and bomber, used by RAF 230 Squadron during the Second World War. Date: circa 1938

Background imagePilots Collection: Handley Page V / 1500 F7140 Atlantic after the crash

Handley Page V / 1500 F7140 Atlantic after the crash
Handley Page V/1500, F7140, Atlantic, after the crash at Parrsboro, NS, showing the damaged pilots seat from which Brackles had a narrow escape

Background imagePilots Collection: Mrs Cheridah de Beauvoir Stocks

Mrs Cheridah de Beauvoir Stocks, the second woman to obtain a Royal Aero Club Pilots Certificate, Number 153 (awarded on 7 November 1911), at Hendon. Date: 1911

Background imagePilots Collection: Air Scouts learning to glide

Air Scouts learning to glide
Two Scouts sit in a Slingsby T.21 while another Scout connects it to a cable prior to launch at the first Air Scout Gliding Course at Lasham. An Avro York G-ANTK can also be seen in the background

Background imagePilots Collection: Flight simulator

Flight simulator. Pilots training for a night-time landing in an aircraft cockpit flight simulator. Simulators provide a cheap, safe way of providing training

Background imagePilots Collection: Alcock and Brown - Aviators

Alcock and Brown - Aviators
British aviators John Alcock (1892 - 1919) and Arthur Whitten Brown (1886 1948)

Background imagePilots Collection: French Air Force Poster

French Air Force Poster
Poster advertising for pilots to join the French Air Force from the age of 17 years

Background imagePilots Collection: Croydon Aerodrome

Croydon Aerodrome is Britains largest and most prestigious airport, with regular flights to the European Continent. Note the wind-sock which tells pilots the prevailing wind

Background imagePilots Collection: German Pilots Briefed

German Pilots Briefed
German pilots attend last briefing before a mission - aircraft in background is a Stuka

Background imagePilots Collection: Wright Brothers Glider Tests, Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, USA, October 10, 1902

Wright Brothers Glider Tests, Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, USA, October 10, 1902. Historic photo of the Wright brothers third test glider being launched

Background imagePilots Collection: These border patrols are flown by a detachment of 72 Squedron of the R. A. F

These border patrols are flown by a detachment of 72 Squedron of the R. A. F
These border patrols are flown by a detachment of 72 Squedron of the R.A.F. normally based at Odiham in Hampshire. In Ulster they are flying from the R.A.F. base at Aldegrove

Background imagePilots Collection: Commander Samson with other British airmen, WW1

Commander Samson with other British airmen, WW1
Air Commodore Charles Rumney Samson CMG, DSO & Bar, AFC (8 July 1883 5 February 1931), British naval aviation pioneer

Background imagePilots Collection: Advert for the recruitment of men for the RAF 1941

Advert for the recruitment of men for the RAF 1941
Fly with the RAF. Volunteer now! Heres the chance you ve been waiting for - to fly with the R.A.F be a pilot (age 18 - 30), Air Observer (18 - 32) or wireless operator/air gunner (18 - 32)

Background imagePilots Collection: Poster, Indias First Aerial Pageant

Poster, Indias First Aerial Pageant
Poster, Captain C. D

Background imagePilots Collection: WW1 - Georges Guynemer in his SPAD

WW1 - Georges Guynemer in his SPAD
Georges Guynemer (1894-1917) - popular hero and an airman of distinction, Guynemer won many medals in his prolific career. Photograph published in September 1917

Background imagePilots Collection: Futuristic fast food stops on the Channel crossing

Futuristic fast food stops on the Channel crossing
A futuristic scene showing fast food stops for aeroplane pilots on the Channel crossing

Background imagePilots Collection: Fish, Fish, Family of hedgehog fish

Fish, Fish, Family of hedgehog fish, Diodon mola, Sun-fish, the swimming head, The Sun-fish, pilot fish, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original

Background imagePilots Collection: Two pilots in airplane, 1915-1930. Creator: Fedele Azari

Two pilots in airplane, 1915-1930. Creator: Fedele Azari
Two pilots in airplane, 1915-1930. Portrait of two pilots sitting in an airplane. The pilots both have hats and goggles on their heads

Background imagePilots Collection: Scott Black and Campbell Black, British Airmen Pilots

Scott Black and Campbell Black, British Airmen Pilots winners of McRobertson London to Melbourne Centenary Air Race, 1934 in a De Haviland Comet Date: 1934

Background imagePilots Collection: Night Bombing Squadron, 1942

Night Bombing Squadron, 1942
UIG1580633 Night Bombing Squadron, 1942 by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Photograph of an armoury of a night bombing squadron on the British front in France)

Background imagePilots Collection: Westland Lynx AH.7 ZD560

Westland Lynx AH.7 ZD560
Empire Test Pilot's School - Westland Lynx AH.7 ZD560 (msn 333), at RAF Fairford for the Royal International Air Tattoo on 22 July 1989. Date: 1989

Background imagePilots Collection: Sir Ross Smith, Australian aviator

Sir Ross Smith, Australian aviator, who with his brother, Sir Keith Smith, were the first pilots to fly from England to Australia - Romantic Stories of Air Heroes, 1937

Background imagePilots Collection: Sir Keith Smith, Australian aviator

Sir Keith Smith, Australian aviator, who with his brother, Sir Ross Smith, were the first pilots to fly from England to Australia - Romantic Stories of Air Heroes, 1937

Background imagePilots Collection: Hawker Siddeley P.1127 Kestrel FGA.1 XS689

Hawker Siddeley P.1127 Kestrel FGA.1 XS689
Royal Air Force - Hawker Siddeley P.1127 Kestrel FGA.1 XS689 (msn to 64-18263, NASA521), of the Tri-Partite Evaluation Squadron at RAF West Raynham in September 1965

Background imagePilots Collection: Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe (photo)

Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe (photo)
UIG683066 Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe (photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe in front of German Bi-Plane); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imagePilots Collection: Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe (photo)

Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe (photo)
UIG683064 Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe (photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Capt. Berthaut and Capt. Hoppe in front of German Bi-Plane); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imagePilots Collection: Studying a Plane rudder (photo)

Studying a Plane rudder (photo)
UIG683032 Studying a Plane rudder (photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Studying a Plane rudder); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imagePilots Collection: Stranded pilot whale on the beach of Zandvoort

Stranded pilot whale on the beach of Zandvoort, 1594, Holland, Historic, digitally restored reproduction from an original from prehistoric times

Background imagePilots Collection: Winstanley's lighthouse in 1699

Winstanley's lighthouse in 1699, Elevation of Rudyard's lighthouse in 1709, lighthouse on the Eddystone Reef by John Smeaton in 1759

Background imagePilots Collection: Leuchtturm, Eddystone Rocks, Aermelkanal

Leuchtturm, Eddystone Rocks, Aermelkanal, Vereinigtes Koenigreich, 18

Background imagePilots Collection: Leuchtturm, Eddystone Rocks, Aermelkanal

Leuchtturm, Eddystone Rocks, Aermelkanal, Vereinigtes Koenigreich, 18

Background imagePilots Collection: Historic postage stamps of the USSR

Historic postage stamps of the USSR, icebreaker motif, the pilot boats, Yermak, F. Litke, Vladimir Ilyich and Krasin, 1976

Background imagePilots Collection: Pair, man in pilot's clothes, ca

Pair, man in pilot's clothes, ca. 1930s, Germany, Europe

Background imagePilots Collection: Hang glider with sunset

Hang glider with sunset

Background imagePilots Collection: Paraglider on landing

Paraglider on landing

Background imagePilots Collection: Hang glider in the sunlight

Hang glider in the sunlight

Background imagePilots Collection: Hang glider with sunset

Hang glider with sunset

Background imagePilots Collection: King Albert I and pilot in front of biplane in Flanders during the First World War

King Albert I and pilot in front of biplane in Flanders during the First World War, Belgium, Europe

Background imagePilots Collection: Pilot Cutter Sails to a Sailing Ship in Heavy Seas

Pilot Cutter Sails to a Sailing Ship in Heavy Seas, Pilot, Rowing Boat, Waves, 1898, North Sea, Holland, Historic, Digital Reproduction of an Original 19th-century Artwork

Background imagePilots Collection: United in the Sky

United in the Sky
Hamid Al Ali

Background imagePilots Collection: Hang glider in the sunlight

Hang glider in the sunlight

Background imagePilots Collection: Pilot in a dummy aircraft, double-decker aircraft

Pilot in a dummy aircraft, double-decker aircraft, 1920s, Germany, Europe

Background imagePilots Collection: Pilot of a biplane, 1920s, Germany, Europe

Pilot of a biplane, 1920s, Germany, Europe

Background imagePilots Collection: Three members of the Air Sea Rescue team on standby duty at their RAF Brawdy base in

Three members of the Air Sea Rescue team on standby duty at their RAF Brawdy base in Dyfed, Wales

Background imagePilots Collection: 617 Squadron at RAF Scampton as they prepare to leave for Goose Bay in Canada

617 Squadron at RAF Scampton as they prepare to leave for Goose Bay in Canada. 31 August 1971

Background imagePilots Collection: Girl Pilots... Valerie Walker (left) and Cindy Rucker. Male colleagues aren

Girl Pilots... Valerie Walker (left) and Cindy Rucker. Male colleagues aren t always so keen on them achieving parity in this land of equal opportunity. March 1980 P004570

Background imagePilots Collection: Tee Emm Pilots Notes Spoof Ads - Watneys

Tee Emm Pilots Notes Spoof Ads - Watneys - Royal Air Force Training Memoranda Tee Emm. Date: 1945

Background imagePilots Collection: Tee Emm Pilots Notes Spoof Ads - Bovril

Tee Emm Pilots Notes Spoof Ads - Bovril - Royal Air Force Training Memoranda Tee Emm. Date: 1944

Background imagePilots Collection: Tee Emm Pilots Notes Spoof Ads - Allenburys Foods

Tee Emm Pilots Notes Spoof Ads - Allenburys Foods - Royal Air Force Training Memoranda Tee Emm. Date: 1943



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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Pilots: The Unsung Heroes of the Skies" Churchill's praise for RAF Pilots echoes through history, as their bravery and skill played a crucial role in defending Britain during World War II. A wartime poster proudly displayed his famous words, reminding everyone of the pilots' valor. Among these legendary aviators was Amy Johnson, whose daring solo flights broke barriers and inspired generations to come. Her name became synonymous with courage and determination. In the early days of aviation, telegraph keys like the Morse Code Type J-37 connected pilots to ground control, enabling vital communication in the skies. This simple device held immense power in ensuring safe journeys. Propaganda posters adorned walls across towns, displaying Prime Minister Churchill's resolute statements about pilots' unwavering commitment to protect their homeland. These powerful images instilled hope and unity among citizens. The Wright brothers themselves stood proud beside Flyer II at Huffman Prairie in Dayton, Ohio – pioneers who defied gravity and forever changed human history with their invention of powered flight. Sister Hilda Hope McMaugh fearlessly took to the skies as part of the Australian Imperial Force (AIF), showcasing that women too could contribute significantly to aviation during times of conflict. At RAF Lyneham in Wiltshire, flight simulators allowed aspiring pilots to hone their skills before taking on real-life challenges. These advanced training tools ensured that every pilot was prepared for any situation they might encounter up above. Royal Air Force Display Posters at Hendon showcased not only military might but also celebrated aviation achievements throughout history. They served as a reminder that flying is not just a profession but an art form worth cherishing. No discussion about they are be complete without mentioning The Battle of Britain – a pivotal moment when brave men fought against overwhelming odds to defend freedom from Nazi aggression. Their resilience saved countless lives and turned tides in favor of victory. In 1955, the introduction of the R. A. F.

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