Seaplane Collection (page 7)

Short Empire flying boat Canopus on the Medway, Kent
Short Empire flying boat Canopus (G-ADHL) on the Medway, Kent. It was the first one to be built in the Empire series. Date: circa 1940s

Dornier Do J Wal seaplane, Kupari, Yugoslavia
Dornier Do J Wal seaplane, moored on the beach at Kupari, Yugoslavia. Date: 1930s

Coastal Reconnaissance seaplane, Battleship Nelson
Coastal Reconnaissance seaplane and the stern of the Battleship Nelson, January 1949. 1949

Naval images of our Allies, by Bert Thomas, WW1
Naval images of our Allies, by Bert Thomas, First World War. Showing aircraft, an armoured car, guns, and British, French, Belgian and Russian naval troops. circa 1914

View across the bay at Funchal, Madeira (from the Casino). Date: circa 1940s

HMS Amphibian and HMS Lion, Spithead, July 1912
HMS Amphibian (naval aero-hydrople or seaplane) flying over the battle cruiser HMS Lion at Spithead, July 1912. Date: 1912

Ramsay MacDonald and Benito Mussolini, Ostia, 1933
James Ramsay MacDonald, British Prime Minister, being welcomed to Ostia, Italy, by Benito Mussolini, the Italian dictator, 1933

The triumphant arrival of Italian aviators, led by Minister Italo Balbo, in Porto Natal... (colour litho)
2778017 The triumphant arrival of Italian aviators, led by Minister Italo Balbo, in Porto Natal... (colour litho) by Beltrame

"With our seaplane in the North Sea, a carrier to the rescue"
701962 " With our seaplane in the North Sea, a carrier to the rescue", from The Sphere, 1918 (colour litho) by Wigfull, William Edward (1875-1939); Private Collection; American

In vast solitude: project of an artificial island in the Atlantic Ocean between France
XEE4185422 In vast solitude: project of an artificial island in the Atlantic Ocean between France and the United States to serve as a port for seaplanes. Engraving

The victories of the wings of Italy in the Atlantic Cruise wanted by the Duce (colour litho)
2778171 The victories of the wings of Italy in the Atlantic Cruise wanted by the Duce (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

During a stormy voyage between Sardinia and Tunisia, the Italian steamer Duce... (colour litho)
2783532 During a stormy voyage between Sardinia and Tunisia, the Italian steamer Duce... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sea-plane flying over Damascus, illustration from The Naval Front by Gordon S
STC309848 Sea-plane flying over Damascus, illustration from The Naval Front by Gordon S. Maxwell, 1920 (litho) by Maxwell

A seaplane bombing a submarine (colour litho)
981890 A seaplane bombing a submarine (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A seaplane bombing a submarine)

Fairey Swordfish sinking a U-boat in the North Sea (colour litho)
981884 Fairey Swordfish sinking a U-boat in the North Sea (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Forerunner (colour litho)
981879 The Forerunner (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Forerunner. Vickers Supermarine seaplane which won the Schneider Trophy outright for Great)

Camel destined for Rome Zoo disembarking from a seaplane at Ostia, Italy, after a flight across the Mediterranean
5997385 Camel destined for Rome Zoo disembarking from a seaplane at Ostia, Italy, after a flight across the Mediterranean from Tunisia (photo) by European Photographer

A seaplane bombing a submarine (colour litho)
981880 A seaplane bombing a submarine (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A seaplane bombing a submarine)

The latest in shipbuilding, the submarine with seaplane, of the United States Navy (colour litho)
2809260 The latest in shipbuilding, the submarine with seaplane, of the United States Navy (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The latest in shipbuilding)

A bizarre aviation accident (colour litho)
2809118 A bizarre aviation accident (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A bizarre aviation accident)

The Italian occupation of Corfu (colour litho)
2778557 The Italian occupation of Corfu (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Italian occupation of Corfu)

Over the waves of the Atlantic: two Portuguese airmen, Carlos Viegas Gago Coutinho
XEE4187011 Over the waves of the Atlantic: two Portuguese airmen, Carlos Viegas Gago Coutinho (1869-1959) and Artur de Sacadura Cabral (1881e1924)

Northrop N-3PB Nomad seaplanes of the Royal Norwegian Naval Air Service on patrol from their Icelandic base. These American-built aircraft

End of Italian seaplane. As the result of an encounter with an R. A
End of Italian seaplane. As the result of an encounter with an R.A.F fighter patrol off Tripoli cost the Italian reconnaissance plane - a Cant. Z. 506 was shot down into the sea in flames

The Short S. 25 Sandringham was a derivative of the W. W. 2 long-range Sunderland flying
The Short S.25 Sandringham was a derivative of the W.W.2 long-range Sunderland flying boat that provided seating for 24 passengers on BOACIs routes to the Far East and Australia

Grahame White and passenger seen here getting into the float plane " Wake Up England" during a Daily Mail sponsored tour of seaside towns to promote avaition in the United Kingdom

London Views Thames River September 1950 - RAF Suderland flying-boat moored next to Tower Bridge

Shorts Sunderland flying boat on its last flight and AVRO Shackleton aircraft of the RAF Coastal Command flying in formation. 1961

The Sanders Roe SR45 Princess Flying Boat prototype during the flying display at SBAC Farnborough display. September 1956

A Supermarine S6B Seaplane powered by a Rolls Royce engine seen here being towed back to shore at Calshot on the Solent after winning the 1931 Schneider Trophy Air Race. August 1931

The Atlantic flying boat Friendship at Southampton 1928 Amelia Earhart - pioneering flight across the Atlantic ocean. NX4204 was a Fokker F.VIIb/3M Built as c/n 5028

Sir S. Hoare and Sir J. Salmond on the new "secret"flying boat at Cromer 1925
Sir S. Hoare and Sir J. Salmond on the new " secret" flying boat at Cromer 1925

Aircraft DeHavilland Sea Vixen Sept 1962 - DH Sea Vixen practising for SBAC Farnborough Air Show in 1962

Aircraft Shorts Sunderland Flying Boat April 1961 after its last flight

London Views Thames River September 1950 - RAF Suderland flying-boat moored next to Tower Bridge

The Liner Empress of Canada surrounded by Tug Boats. 20th February 1935

Alan Cobham at the controls of his DH50J returning from Australia. October 1926 P001119

A Supermarine S. 6A on of the aircraft taking part in the Isle of Man Schneider Trophy
A Supermarine S.6A on of the aircraft taking part in the Isle of Man Schneider Trophy Race seen here in practice by the RAF in the Solent. P000965

This Short Crusader was the American entrant for the 1927 Schneider Trophy in Venice; seen here at Felixstowe, Suffolk where the seaplane was involved in trials prior to the event

Schneider Trophy Trials. The Gloster Napier 4 (Gloster IVB N-222 ) starting on a trial flight at Calshot where the British Schneider Trophy team are training. P000963

Air record challenge: Another attack on the worlds air speed record is shortly to be made. Flight-Lieut D Arcy Greig, the R.A.F. high speed pilot, is the challenger

Schneider Trophy Race 1931. The Supermarine Rolls-Royce Seaplane S. 6. B
Schneider Trophy Race 1931. The Supermarine Rolls-Royce Seaplane S.6.B. which obtained the Schneider trophy for Britain seen here during testing on The Solent. September 1931 P000954

A Gloster Napier III landed in the water during the Schneider Cup trophy race circa 1929

On 18 June Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly across the North Atlantic when she arrived at Burry Point near Llanelli, Carmarthenshire at 12.40pm after 20 hour, 40 minute flight

Pilot Greig coming out of the plane after his trial in the Scheider Trophy race. November 1928 P004699

Schneider Cup 1927, Venice. Lieutenant Sidney Webster, winner of the race, in action. 27th July 1927

Britain Keeps the Schneider Trophy: One of the scoring boards which kept the spectators in touch with the race. P004314

Amelia Earhart flies the Atlantic. OPS "The Friendship"
Amelia Earhart flies the Atlantic. OPS " The Friendship", a triple engined Fokker she used for the flight anchored at Burry Port, South Wales, where she landed. 18th June 1928

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"From Supermarine to Short: A Journey through Seaplanes in History" Take flight with the iconic seaplane, a marvel of engineering that has captivated aviation enthusiasts for decades. Starting with the Supermarine aeroplane and its groundbreaking Rolls-Royce S. 6 engine, we delve into the rich history of these magnificent flying machines. During World War II, the British RAF Flying Boat Sunderland played a vital role in maritime operations. The sight of a majestic Short Sunderland flying boat soaring through the skies was awe-inspiring, as it spread its wings over the picturesque Pembrokeshire village of Neyland. Not limited to combat missions alone, seaplanes also showcased their versatility. Picture an aeroplane equipped with kayaks - an ingenious adaptation that allowed pilots to navigate even the most treacherous waters. The Moth aeroplane took on daring adventures in Angmagssalik, showcasing its agility and resilience amidst challenging terrains. Meanwhile, cutaway views of Pan-American Clipper Boeing 314 transport us back to c1940 when long-distance air travel became a reality. Seaplanes were not confined to traditional runways; they embraced unconventional landing surfaces too. Witness an aeroplane fitted with skis gracefully gliding across icy landscapes at Base - truly defying gravity and pushing boundaries. One cannot forget the legendary PBY Catalina vintage flying boat that patrolled tirelessly over vast stretches of ocean during World War II. Its striking image taking off on a 24-hour patrol over the Atlantic serves as a reminder of bravery and dedication. Intriguingly versatile and undeniably captivating, seaplanes have left an indelible mark on aviation history. From wartime heroes like HMS Achilles to breathtaking aerial displays above serene coastal villages – these remarkable aircraft continue to inspire awe wherever they take flight.