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The pilot's face is clearly visible in this shot. Also, just visible through the blue tinted front screen is the circular reflector gunsight. This was, arguably, the most (only?) technically advanced piece of equipment in the aircraft. The gunsight was calibrated or 'harmonised' to show the pilots where his bullets would hit, and took account of the effect of gravity on the bullets (which start to drop as soon as they leave the guns), and the distance the target aircraft would have travelled before the bullets reach it. The pilot had to dial in the estimated distance of the target, and an illuminated circle was projected from a small lamp-holder and lens assembly up onto the circular reflector visible in the picture. The idea was to get the target in the circle - easier said than done. Without an effective targeting system, fighter aircraft were pretty much useless, so this small item of equipment, more than anything, was the very heart of the Spitfire. Spitfire cockpits had a small rack on the right-hand side containing 3 spare bulbs for the gunsight, should one fail in use. I seem to recall being told that the gunsights were 'top secret' and that pilots of downed aircraft were to destroy them to prevent them falling into enemy hands, but looking at some illustrations of the gunsights, they have 'patent' numbers clearly marked on them, so evidently full details were published - so not secret at all!
Despite what we see in movies, Spitfires carried about enough ammunition for only 20 seconds of continuous firing of their guns.
MV Edmund Gardner (701gt) preserved at Canning Dock Liverpool, built and completed in 1953 by Philip & Son Dartmouth for the Liverpool Pilot Authority and withdrawn in 1981. Her main task was to transfer Pilots to ships entering the Mersey or progressing to the Manchester Ship Canal.
Pilot Mountain (2.935 m) ist ein Berg im Bow River Valley des Banff National Park in Alberta , Kanada .
THE GRUMMAN MARTLET SINGLE-SEAT FIGHTER
The Martlet is another of those tubby little American fighters which look like flying barrels. In general appearance, it is not unlike the Buffalo, though its square-cut wing-tips and more tapered fuselage should prevent confusion between the two types.
Like the Buffalo, the Martlet is in service with the Fleet Air Arm. Very little has been said yet about the Martlet's work, but it is safe to say that some of our newer aircraft carriers have Martlets aboard.
This aircraft should give a very good account of itself over the sea because it has the three things essential to an F.A.A. fighter: speed, manoeuvrability, and range. Its maximum range is 1,150 miles, which would enable it to be used as a fast scouting plane as well as for immediate protection of the Fleet or of convoys.
An unusual feature in the Martlet is the provision of two small windows under the pilot's feet, to enable him to have more than the normal look-out below.
It is known that the Martlet has already had encounters with
the Luftwaffe and has acquitted itself very well.
Source - The Gen Book, 1943
The Grumman Wildcat and the Grumman Martlet are essentially the same aircraft - the Martlet being the RAF variant. This IWM variant started life in the USA in 1945 before moving to IWM in 1993
Hawker Hurricanes are a popular attraction at airshows, showcasing their historic role as a key British fighter during World War II. Known for their graceful handling and iconic design, these aircraft often perform dynamic flying displays, including tight turns and high-speed passes. Their presence serves as a tribute to the pilots and engineers of the era, captivating aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
On April 16, 2024, at 6:24 a.m., while filming a sunrise at Margate City Beach, I took this photo of a very high and very fast moving aircraft.
Sky pilot... sky Pilot
How high can you fly
You'll never, never, never reach the sky
And I shot some video too.
youtu.be/RQ5lRs1bnAw?si=9ua9KPQpLaT-68ua
Homeward bound.
Pilot Mountain is part of the Sauratown Mountains, which is a chain of mountains that was named after the Native American tribe known as the Saura. As the earliest known inhabitants in the region, the Saura called Pilot Mountain "Jomeokee,'' which means "pilot'' or "great guide.
A group of Pilot Whales is an incredibly lucky encounter in the Mediterranean, considering that the estimates of their population size are in the hundreds of individuals. Once you do happen to find them, however, you are rewarded with some of the most breathtaking interactions of the marine world, as long-finned Pilot Whales are some of the most curious and playful wild creatures I've ever seen.
A big thank you to Tethys research institute for making such experiences possible, and for all the research and conservation they do to protect these creatures.
In this picture I also managed to capture the incredibly smooth texture of their Melon, with a reflection of the research vessel "Pelagos".
I had to move this weekend-- a mere three blocks, but it sure seemed like an epic journey with all of my stuff in tow. My new pad is smaller and trying to get everything to fit is sort of like doing the most complicated jigsaw puzzle ever. I've been unsuccessful so far.
While moving is The Worst Thing Ever, there was one really cool thing that came out of it-- I realized that I am very very lucky to have a lot of great, stand-up people in my life to whom I owe a huge debt of thanks (and my future promised moving labor). A thousand thank yous: Pat/a nameless yeast, Brett/bsivad, Eric/epmd, John/F1.4, Anita/Miscelena, the irrepressable Snelson, and Jason. You guys all totally rock.
Pilot Mountain is a 2,241 foot (683 m) peak in western North Carolina. The Big Pinnacle is a distinctively shaped knob that is bare on the sides and wooded at the top.
The emblem on the bonnet of a Ford V-8 Pilot, on display at 'The Platform' at Leicester North Station, on the Great Central Railway, during their 1940's Wartime Weekend event.
The Ford Pilot Model E71A is a medium-sized car that was built by Ford UK from August 1947 to 1951.[5] It was effectively replaced in 1951 with the launch of Ford UK's Zephyr Six and Consul models, though V8 Pilots were still offered for sale, being gradually withdrawn during that year. During the period of manufacture 22,155 cars were produced.
“No one does anything truly for their Country, but rather the people right beside them so they can all get back home in one piece.”
A glory is an optical phenomenon that resembles an iconic saint's halo about the shadow of the observer. They are formed when light is scattered backwards by individual water droplets. Glories, like rainbows, are always directly opposite the sun, centered at the antisolar point. You can see them whenever mist or a cloud is beneath you and the sun breaks through to shine on it.
Glories have a bright center and their rings are delicately colored, blue on the inside changing through greens to red and purple outside. Sometimes three or even four rings are visible.
Shadows converge on the antisolar point and so glories are nearly always accompanied by your shadow or that of the aircraft you are in.
Glories are often seen from aircraft. Get a seat opposite the sun and watch them ring the aircraft's shadow - or more accurately, where your own shadow would be.
So from the shadow in this image you can see that it was taken from the pilots seat.
The locomotive assigned to Viseu yard pilot duties on 4th October 2016 was 87-0032-0, a 450 hp 1974-built class 'L45H' and originally with the Romanian Railways (C.F.R.) depot at Alba Iulia. It was captured at the throat of the yard positioning cut logs for steam loco use and a flat wagon and fuel tank ready for forming into the following day's production train. The predominance of posts and power lines is unhelpful - it is not a new communications attachment to the loco!
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Hancock County - Iowa
Hiking the trails around the lake enjoying a frosty December morning! Up til now, our landscape has not been very photogenic!
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Hancock County - Iowa
Hiking the state park yesterday afternoon in warmer beautiful weather. Finally no wind, what a blessing while enjoying such a nice day!
The buds are starting to show on some trees, and with showers in the forecast, more may be visible soon!
Spring is finally on the way . . .
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Photographed from the cruise ship Marella Discovery, the pilot boat from Bodø, Norway keeps pace with the ship ready to take off the local pilot.
Pilot launch "CORSAIR" showing part of its "beak bow" as it heads out of Queenscliff to link up with container ship Ital Libera.
Victoria Australia.