Warbirds at 2018 Stuart Air Show
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The non profit Stuart Air Show is held annually in November at Witham Field in Stuart, Florida. The 3-day community event highlights aviation, and provides financial support for local non-profit organizations using proceeds from the event.
2018 Stuart Air Show
Witham Field
Stuart, Florida
November 4, 2018
During its early service, the de Havilland Vampire was recognized for accomplishing several aviation firsts, such as being the first jet aircraft to traverse the Atlantic Ocean. The Vampire quickly replaced most of the RAF's WWII piston-engine fighter aircraft beginning in 1946. The Vampire remained in front-line service with the Royal Air Force (RAF) until 1953.
RAF de Havilland Vampire by Paul Sager, on Flickr
The Vought F4U Corsair is an American fighter aircraft that saw service primarily in World War II and the Korean War. From the first prototype delivery to the U.S. Navy in 1940, to final delivery in 1953 to the French, 12,571 F4U Corsairs were manufactured in 16 separate models. Its 1942-53 production run was the longest of any U.S. piston-engine fighter.
F4U Corsair
Quick Silver was the dream of father and son team Bill and Scooter Yoak. Quick Silver was built using parts recovered from over 200 Mustang bodies. Work began in 1994 and the plane began flying in 2007.
P-51 Mustang "Quick Silver"
The USAF Heritage Flight was created in 1997 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the United States Air Force (USAF). It incorporates fighters from World War II, the Vietnam War, the Korean War and other conflicts in which the USAF has been involved.
USAF Heritage Flight
Designed as an air superiority day fighter, the General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon evolved into an all-weather multi role aircraft. Over 4,500 aircraft have been built since production was approved in 1976. Although no longer being purchased by the U.S. Air Force, the plane remains in service for the USAF and for numerous allies.
F-16 Fighting Falcon
The Curtiss P-40 Warhawk is an American single-engine, single-seat, all-metal fighter and ground-attack aircraft that first flew in 1938. The American Volunteer Group (AVG) flew 100 P-40s for the Chinese Air Force in 1941-1942. The AVG fighter aircraft were painted with a large shark face on the front of the aircraft, earning the nicknamed the Flying Tigers.
P-40 Warhawk
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2018 Stuart Air Show
Witham Field
Stuart, Florida
November 4, 2018
During its early service, the de Havilland Vampire was recognized for accomplishing several aviation firsts, such as being the first jet aircraft to traverse the Atlantic Ocean. The Vampire quickly replaced most of the RAF's WWII piston-engine fighter aircraft beginning in 1946. The Vampire remained in front-line service with the Royal Air Force (RAF) until 1953.
RAF de Havilland Vampire by Paul Sager, on Flickr
The Vought F4U Corsair is an American fighter aircraft that saw service primarily in World War II and the Korean War. From the first prototype delivery to the U.S. Navy in 1940, to final delivery in 1953 to the French, 12,571 F4U Corsairs were manufactured in 16 separate models. Its 1942-53 production run was the longest of any U.S. piston-engine fighter.
F4U Corsair
Quick Silver was the dream of father and son team Bill and Scooter Yoak. Quick Silver was built using parts recovered from over 200 Mustang bodies. Work began in 1994 and the plane began flying in 2007.
P-51 Mustang "Quick Silver"
The USAF Heritage Flight was created in 1997 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the United States Air Force (USAF). It incorporates fighters from World War II, the Vietnam War, the Korean War and other conflicts in which the USAF has been involved.
USAF Heritage Flight
Designed as an air superiority day fighter, the General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon evolved into an all-weather multi role aircraft. Over 4,500 aircraft have been built since production was approved in 1976. Although no longer being purchased by the U.S. Air Force, the plane remains in service for the USAF and for numerous allies.
F-16 Fighting Falcon
The Curtiss P-40 Warhawk is an American single-engine, single-seat, all-metal fighter and ground-attack aircraft that first flew in 1938. The American Volunteer Group (AVG) flew 100 P-40s for the Chinese Air Force in 1941-1942. The AVG fighter aircraft were painted with a large shark face on the front of the aircraft, earning the nicknamed the Flying Tigers.
P-40 Warhawk
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nospambob
Loc: Edmond, Oklahoma
Fantastic shots, great clarity and you did it with nice prop-blur (well, not the first shot). Sweet.
Jan 31, 2019 09:44:30 #
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Love the photos. A little trivia about the North American Aviation P 51. When first used by the AAC (army air corps) it was grossly under powered, but when the Rolls Royce Merlin engine was mated with the 51 it became the premier ww2 fighter. And BTW the merlin engine was made (under contract) by Packard. An air worthy mustang today is worth well over 1 million a copy. if you can find one.
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Jan 31, 2019 09:50:12 #
Another excellent series, Paul.
--Bob
--Bob
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Jan 31, 2019 09:57:16 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
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Remarkable images, especially considering you don't exactly have all day to think about what you want to do - more like a nano second.
BTW, the Blue Angel series on your Flikr account is spectacular. The Angels are specifically known for their precision and execution, precisely what you bring to the table.
Thanks
Jan 31, 2019 11:04:49 #
Great shots Paul. Your narrative adds a bonus to viewing this set. Thanks for sharing.
Jan 31, 2019 11:11:49 #
Another beautiful set Paul. Not only the Warbird images, but the narration as well. These images make me feel like I am up there with them.
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Jan 31, 2019 11:19:17 #
Jan 31, 2019 11:37:00 #
Pixljockey
Loc: Southeast Pa.
Nice shots Paul, one of my favorite events to capture. Not a lot of Airshows near me these days, need to travel a bit. Also miss shooting hot air balloon fests!
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