Usaf Collection

Don Wilcox and John Foskey, members of the United States Air Force, help to paint and restore an F100D Super Sabre fighter plane at the Midland Air Museum at Coventry Airport, Baginton

Douglas DC-3 / C-47 Dakota
Airmen Maintaining a Douglas Dc-3 / C-47 Dakota at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1949

UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico
Irving Newton, Met. Officer at Roswell USAFB, New Mexico, holds debris of a supposed flying saucer found by rancher Mac Brazel, stated by the US Air Force to be a weather balloon

North American F-100D Super Sabre
A USAF Thunderbirds, North American F-100 Super Sabre at RAF Bentwaters Parked Date: 1967

Douglas DC-3 / C-47 Dakota
Douglas Dc-3 / C-47 Dakotas Being Loaded at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1945

Northrop YB-49
Yb-49 Flying Wing Prototype with a Rear Bubble Canopy Modification High over the Mojave Desert, with Eight Allison J-35 Jet Engine Date: 1940s

X-15 rocket plane on display at the National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC

Consolidated B-24H Liberator
USAF 854th Bs Bomber Squadron / 491st Bg Bomber Group Consolidated B-24H Liberator Nosed over in Soft Ground at North Picham? Date: 1944

United States Air Force - McDonnell F-4C-18-MC Phantom II 63-7478 (msn 471) of the 4453 CCTW, at MacDill Air Force Base near Tampa, Florida

USAF pilots with F-100 Super Sabre aircraft
United States Air Force Pilots walk away from their F-100 Super Sabres after a flight at RAF Wethersfield in Essex 1960

Fairchild C-119 Flying Boxcar of the USAF

Curtiss P-36 Hawk
A USAF Curtiss P-36 Hawk Flying over Trees Date: 1940s

McDonnell Douglas RF-4C Phantom 69-0382
United States Air Force (USAF) - McDonnell Douglas RF-4C-44-MC Phantom 69-0382 (msn 4008) Date: 1985

Short C-23A Sherpa 83-0512 of the USAF
Short C-23A Sherpa, 83-0512, of the USAF

North American P-51D Mustang N6329T
North American - Cavalier P-51D-30NA Mustang N6329T (msn 122-41122, formerly 44-74582). 9 - 18 - 47: TOS USAF. 1948: Redesignated F-51D Date: circa 1974

North American B-25 Mitchell Date: 1943

Truck Clearing the Rubble Soon after the End of World Wa?
Truck Clearing the Rubble Soon after the End of World War 2 at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1945

World War II , United States, USAAF 355th Fighter Squadron Patch
3073354 World War II , United States, USAAF 355th Fighter Squadron Patch; Private Collection; (add.info.: Patch of the 355th Fighter Squadron USAAF which served in the European theater)

World War II , United States, US Army Air Force Pilots Merit Badge
3073353 World War II , United States, US Army Air Force Pilots Merit Badge; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Army Air Force Pilot's Merit Badge); © Don Troiani

Army Aviation, College Park Aviation Field, 2nd Season - Lt. H. Geiger, Lt. T. Dew. Milling, 1912. [Early aviation pioneers, Maryland, USA

The Bayou Militia
Dan McCauley IV

Bush hat worn by United States Air Force pilot, Vietnam War, 1960s. Creator: Unknown
Bush hat worn by United States Air Force pilot, Vietnam War, 1960s. A non-regulation Australian style bush hat worn by members of the United States Air Force serving in Thailand during the Vietnam

Republic P-47N Thunderbolt
Usaaf Republic P-47N Thunderbolts flying in formation in the Pacific Area Date: 1944

Ryan L-17 Navion
A Ryan L-17 Navion Being Assembled by an Airman at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1949

Messerschmitt Me-262 Schwalbe
A Wrecked Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Me-262 Schwalbe in a Bombed Hangar Soon after the End of World War 2 at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1945

British troops exercise in Estonia as part of the NATOs eFP (Enhanced Forward Presence)
Pictured are British Troops embarking on United States Air force Chinooks during an exercise held in Estonia. JTAC operators from the Royal Artillery

Americana scene, sky blue Chevrolet car next to a John Deer tractor

Flying gloves, United States Air Force Thunderbirds, 2006-2007. Creator: Unknown
Flying gloves, United States Air Force Thunderbirds, 2006-2007. Gloves worn by members of the air demonstration squadron of the United States Air Force

Helicopter from 66th Air Rescue Squadron, United States Air Force Base at Manston, 10th August 1954. Helicopter Pilots from USAF Base demonstrate their skills as they practise ahead of the Royal

Boeing B-52H Stratofortress 60-0008
United States Air Force - Boeing B-52H-135-BW Stratofortress 60-0008 (msn 464373)of the 19th Bombardment Wing, with a humorous caption on the nose: - Dear Rocky, not to win is a very Bad Thing

USAF - Republic F-84F Thunderstreak 52-6993 - buzz number FS-993 - of the 366th Tactical Fighter Wing at RAF Wethersfield, possibly en-route for delivery to Chaumont-Semoutiers Air Base

Illinois Air National Guard - Republic F-84F Thunderstreak
Illinois Air National Guard - Republic F-84F-35-RE Thunderstreak 52-6520, of the 169th Fighter Squadron. 1956: USAF 3600th CCTW.1958: Indiana ANG 113th FS.1962

United States Air Force - Convair B-36D Peacemaker 44-92065
United States Air Force - Convair B-36D-45-CF Featherweight Configuration II Peacemaker 44-92065 (msn 62), of the 326th Bombardment Squadron, 92nd Bombardment Wing, from Fairchild AFB, Spokane, WA

Hughes XF-11 44-70156, 2nd proto Type. First flight 5 April 1947 by Howard Hughes. Arrived at Eglin Field, Florida, in December 1948 from Wright Field, Ohio

Consolidated B-24J Liberator
USAF 491st Bg Bomber Group Consolidated B-24J Liberator Burned Wreckage Date: 1944

Piasecki H-21B CH-21B Work Horse Model 44
USAF Piasecki H-21B Ch-21B Work Horse Model 44 Parked Date: 1950s

Fairchild YA-10B Thunderbolt II / 2
Fairchild Ya-10B Thunderbolt II / 2 Used for Testing the Night Vision Sensors Date: 1980s

Fairchild YA-10A Thunderbolt II / 2
Fairchild Ya-10A Thunderbolt II / 2 Parked at Edwards Afb with a Test-Flight Nose Probe Sensor Attached Date: 1980s

Republic P-47C Thunderbolt
Lt Wayne J O Connor of 63Rd Fighter Squadron Usaaf Posing by His Republic P-47C Thunderbolt with Big Bad Wolf Nose-Art - His Dogs Name is Slipstream Date: 1940s

Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero
A Captured Imperial Japanese Navy Mitsubishi A6M Zero Wearing Surrender Marking of Green Cross on White Square Date: 1940s

Bell RP-63G-1-BE Pinball KingCobra
A Bell Rp-63G-1-Be Kingcobra Frangible Bullet Target-Drone / Uav. Note the Lights in Discs on the Top and Sides. This Was the 57, 297th P-63 Ordered. Date: 1946

Stinson L-5 Sentinel
Airmen Maintaining a Stinson L-5 Sentinel at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1949

Airmen Reading Books and Magazines in the Library of the?
Airmen Reading Books and Magazines in the Library of the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1947

Amateur Photography is One of the Diversions Available t?
Amateur Photography is One of the Diversions Available to the Erding Airmen at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing

Bombed Buildings at the End of World War 2 at the Headqu?
Bombed Buildings at the End of World War 2 at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1945

Douglas DC-4 / C-54 Skymaster
Airmen Loading a Douglas Dc-4 / C-54 Skymaster During the Berlin Airlift at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing with a Dc-3 / C-47 Dakota Parked Behind Date: 1949

Northrop XP-56 Black Bullet
Northrop Xp-56 Black Bullet Prototype Unusual Design Parked Date: 1943

McDonnell XF-85 Goblin
Mcdonnell Xf-85 Goblin Unusual-Design This Was the First Prototype Built But it Was the Second to Fly Date: 1949

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"Unleashing the Power of the Skies: A Glimpse into USAF's Rich History" From soaring through supersonic speeds in the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter to traversing vast distances with the reliable Douglas DC-3 / C-47 Dakota, the United States Air Force (USAF) has always been at the forefront of aviation excellence. One event that still captivates minds is the infamous UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico. While shrouded in mystery, it serves as a reminder of how USAF's capabilities extend beyond our earthly confines. Innovation continued with groundbreaking aircraft like the North American F-100D Super Sabre and Northrop YB-49. These marvels pushed boundaries and showcased USAF's commitment to technological advancement. The X-15 rocket plane took this pursuit even further, propelling brave pilots into uncharted territories and setting records that still stand today. The daring men who flew alongside these magnificent machines embodied courage and determination. Captured in timeless photographs are USAF pilots standing proudly next to their F-100 Super Sabre aircraft - symbols of dedication and skill. Each pilot represents countless hours of training and embodies what it means to be part of this elite force. But it's not just about fighter jets; versatility is key for USAF. The Short C-23A Sherpa 83-0512 showcases their ability to transport troops, equipment, or supplies wherever they're needed most – a true workhorse serving on various missions worldwide. The McDonnell F-4C Phantom II stands tall as an iconic symbol within USAF's fleet - a formidable presence both in air-to-air combat and ground attack roles. Its sleek design continues to inspire awe among aviation enthusiasts around the globe. Looking back at history reveals gems like Lockheed F-80C Shooting Star, Curtiss P36 Hawk, and Fairchild C119 Flying Boxcar – each playing a vital role in USAF's legacy.