Robert Erenstein submitted this photo and note: “In Europe there are many enthusiasts trying to keep history alive. Besides US-built aircraft, there is still a number of the famous Supermarine Spitfires airworthy today. This specific one entered service with the Royal Air Force in 1942 and has a confirmed number of seven kills during World War II. After the war it was used as an instructional airframe and gate guard. It became famous as static aircraft in the famous ‘Battle of Britain’ movie of 1969. It was restored to flying condition and took to the sky again in 1995. Today she is part of The Fighter Collection Fleet. Its attractive shape and above all its music-producing engine can be seen and heard at airshows throughout Europe.”
Photo of the Day
Picture of the Day: My son’s first flight
Paul Wohllebe submitted this photo and note: “My son Michael at the controls on his first flight with me. (Mom finally said ok). Picture taken in Buckeye, Arizona.”
Picture of the Day: Arriving at KPVC
Mauricio Castro submitted this photo and note: “My wife and I visited with family in Cape Cod for a nice vacation and flying cross country. We are based at KTTA in Sanford N.C., the home of Wings of Carolina Flying Club. It was an excellent learning experience, and along the way we met some awesome people who welcome us in their FBOs. Pilots came out to greet us and chatted about where we were coming from and where we were going. The C-172 that we flew is forever in our hearts. One of my great memories of this adventure was to know that a handful of pilots, mechanics, and instructors were checking on our progress and well-being on FlightAware. Many gave us pointers on how to prep for this trip as it was my first long cross-country in very busy airspace. As of now, my wife and I are already planning the next flying adventure. Until then….”
Picture of the Day: Desert camping
Gil Jennings submitted this photo and note: “Casa Grande camping after the Cactus Fly-In. My tent and chair in the shade of wing. My old straight tail Cessna 172 would attract many other campers who placed their folding chairs under the wing during the heat of the day. Great memories.”
Picture of the Day: My favorite co-pilot
Susan Ray submitted this photo and note: “My daughter, Chanel Ray, and I flying over Santa Barbara in a Piper Warrior III. Doesn’t get any better than this!”
Picture of the Day: Sublime night flight
David St. George submitted this photo and note: “The sun was setting in the Finger Lakes as I climbed out headed home for the night in the noble C-152.”
Picture of the Day: His first flight
Michael A. Crognale submitted this photo and note: “Noah gets ready for his first airplane flight ever in 2020 when he was 10. We flew Cessna 150N N66472 out of Hampton Roads Executive Airport (KPVG) in Virginia. He fell in love with it and is now a cadet in the Civil Air Patrol looking forward to training for his private pilot certificate.”
Picture of the Day: View from my office
Sophie Dufresne submitted this photo and note: “An instructor who loves her job! Teaching future instructors from Quebec City.”
Picture of the Day: Flying with my son
German Torres submitted this photo and note: “My son Benji and me after landing in a new field in Castelli, Chaco Argentina. The experimental Flightstar with a Rotax 582 engine was built by my friend, Oscar, who is suffering from the consequences of brain surgery. Very sorry for him.”