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Aircraft

Chris Day | R22 Beta Helicopter

R22 Beta Helicopter

The Robinson R22 Beta II is flown throughout the world for many applications, ranging from flight training to livestock mustering to patrolling pipelines that require dependability, low operating costs, and performance.
Chris Day | Spitfire Mk IXB

Spitfire Mk IXB

Perhaps the most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is completely original, and has never been fully rebuilt. It was flown in combat by South African pilot Flt Lt Henry Lardner-Burke, DFC (1916-1970), seven and a half kills, three damaged, retiring as a Wing Commander.
Chris Day | Spitfire Mk IXB

Spitfire Mk IXB

Perhaps the most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is completely original, and has never been fully rebuilt. It was flown in combat by South African pilot Flt Lt Henry Lardner-Burke, DFC (1916-1970), seven and a half kills, three damaged, retiring as a Wing Commander.
Chris Day | Spitfire Mk IXB

Spitfire Mk IXB

Perhaps the most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is completely original, and has never been fully rebuilt. It was flown in combat by South African pilot Flt Lt Henry Lardner-Burke, DFC (1916-1970), seven and a half kills, three damaged, retiring as a Wing Commander.
Chris Day | Spitfire Mk IXB

Spitfire Mk IXB

Perhaps the most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is completely original, and has never been fully rebuilt. It was flown in combat by South African pilot Flt Lt Henry Lardner-Burke, DFC (1916-1970), seven and a half kills, three damaged, retiring as a Wing Commander.
Chris Day | R22 Beta Helicopter

R22 Beta Helicopter

The Robinson R22 Beta II is flown throughout the world for many applications, ranging from flight training to livestock mustering to patrolling pipelines that require dependability, low operating costs, and performance.
Chris Day | Nanchang CJ6 fighter

Nanchang CJ6 fighter

They have a top speed of 370kmh are are powered by 285-330hp, supercharged engines. They are capable withstanding +6 and -4 G. The aircraft is part of China's military training and several air forces have used them for counter insurgency and ground attack missions.
Chris Day | BBMF Dakota

BBMF Dakota

BBMF Dakota on its way to fly past the Polish War Memorial in Northolt where a service was being held to remember 303 Polish Squadron and commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the unveiling of the memorial and the centenary of Polish Independence.
Chris Day | United States Marine Corps Super Hercules

United States Marine Corps Super Hercules

United States Marine Corps Lockheed KC-130J Super Hercules 167112/BH-7112 flying out of RAF Northolt
Chris Day | Paraglider

Paraglider

Paraglider at Southbourne Cliffs in Dorset
Chris Day | Paraglider

Paraglider

Paraglider at Southbourne Cliffs in Dorset
Chris Day | Aerotek Pitts S-2

Aerotek Pitts S-2

Aerotek Pitts S-2, Special built in 1980. This one is nicknamed the wasp.
Chris Day | Hawker Hurricane V7497

Hawker Hurricane V7497

V7497 is a Hurricane Mk 1, manufactured in August 1940 by Hawker Aircraft Ltd at Kingston. And was operational at the very height of the Battle of Britain from Kenley, in East London, the aircraft was lost during an operational patrol on 28th September over Sutton in Kent. The remains were later excavated and then stored in a barn for several decades before Hawker Resorations Limited acquired them for restoration. The fully restored plane flew again on 30th August 2018. its home is now at Duxford.
Chris Day | Hawker Hurricane V7497

Hawker Hurricane V7497

V7497 is a Hurricane Mk 1, manufactured in August 1940 by Hawker Aircraft Ltd at Kingston. And was operational at the very height of the Battle of Britain from Kenley, in East London, the aircraft was lost during an operational patrol on 28th September over Sutton in Kent. The remains were later excavated and then stored in a barn for several decades before Hawker Resorations Limited acquired them for restoration. The fully restored plane flew again on 30th August 2018. its home is now at Duxford.
Chris Day | Chipmunk T10 Display

Chipmunk T10 Display

DHC Chipmunk T10 display at Little Gransden 25th August 2019. The first aircraft designed and built by de Havilland Canada, the Chipmunk tandem two-seat trainer first flew in 1946. It was this class of aircraft that was used for basic flight training around the world.
Chris Day | Aerotek Pitts S-2

Aerotek Pitts S-2

Aerotek Pitts S-2, Special built in 1980. This one is nicknamed the wasp.
Chris Day |  Pitts Model 12

Pitts Model 12

The Pitts Model 12 is a high performance biplane designed by Curtis Pitts.
Chris Day | Hawker Hurricane V7497

Hawker Hurricane V7497

V7497 is a Hurricane Mk 1, manufactured in August 1940 by Hawker Aircraft Ltd at Kingston. And was operational at the very height of the Battle of Britain from Kenley, in East London, the aircraft was lost during an operational patrol on 28th September over Sutton in Kent. The remains were later excavated and then stored in a barn for several decades before Hawker Resorations Limited acquired them for restoration. The fully restored plane flew again on 30th August 2018. its home is now at Duxford.
Chris Day | P51D Mustang Miss Helen

P51D Mustang Miss Helen

P51D Mustang G-BIXL 44-472216 “Miss Helen”. Currently the only known genuine airworthy survivor of the 352nd Fighter Group, of nearly 500 P47, and P51 fighters. It can be regularly seen at airshows in the UK. The 352nd Fighter Group was popularly known during WW2 as “The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney” and one of the most famous and successful 8th Air Force Fighter Groups based in East Anglia. All other blue nose Mustangs that are airworthy around the world are not genuine 352nd machines.
Chris Day | Aeronca Model 7 Champion

Aeronca Model 7 Champion

The Aeronca Model 7 Champion, more commonly known as the Champ, is a single-engine, two-seat, fixed conventional gear airplane. Designed for flight training and personal use. Production began in the United States in 1945. This craft dates to 1946
Chris Day | Helicopter

Helicopter

1980 Bell Helicopter Textron BELL 206B
Chris Day | R44 Raven Helicopter

R44 Raven Helicopter

Robinson's R44 Raven Series Helicopters provide excellent reliability, responsive handling, and altitude performance, making the R44 the ideal helicopter for private, business, and utility applications. Taken at Denham Airfield west London where this particular craft is registered
Chris Day | Chipmunk T10 Display

Chipmunk T10 Display

DHC Chipmunk T10 display at Little Gransden 25th August 2019. The first aircraft designed and built by de Havilland Canada, the Chipmunk tandem two-seat trainer first flew in 1946. It was this class of aircraft that was used for basic flight training around the world.
Chris Day | Spitfire Mk IXB

Spitfire Mk IXB

Perhaps the most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is completely original, and has never been fully rebuilt. It was flown in combat by South African pilot Flt Lt Henry Lardner-Burke, DFC (1916-1970), seven and a half kills, three damaged, retiring as a Wing Commander.
Chris Day | Spitfire Mk IXB

Spitfire Mk IXB

Perhaps the most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is completely original, and has never been fully rebuilt. It was flown in combat by South African pilot Flt Lt Henry Lardner-Burke, DFC (1916-1970), seven and a half kills, three damaged, retiring as a Wing Commander.
Chris Day | Paraglider

Paraglider

Paraglider coming in to land at Little Gransden airfield
Chris Day | British Aerospace 146-100 Statesman

British Aerospace 146-100 Statesman

British Aerospace 146-100 Staesman ZE701 is operated by the RAF as part of the Queens Flight. Seen here having just left RAF Northolt
Chris Day | Gulfstream

Gulfstream

2012 GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE GV-SP N899NC is owned by the Bank of Utah
Chris Day | Hawker Hurricane V7497

Hawker Hurricane V7497

V7497 is a Hurricane Mk 1, manufactured in August 1940 by Hawker Aircraft Ltd at Kingston. And was operational at the very height of the Battle of Britain from Kenley, in East London, the aircraft was lost during an operational patrol on 28th September over Sutton in Kent. The remains were later excavated and then stored in a barn for several decades before Hawker Resorations Limited acquired them for restoration. The fully restored plane flew again on 30th August 2018. its home is now at Duxford.
Chris Day | Gulfstream G650

Gulfstream G650

A Gulfstream G650 Registered to Elitavia in Malta having just taken off from RAF Northolt West London
Chris Day | Airbus A380

Airbus A380

An emirates Airbus A380
Chris Day | Bell 206 JetRanger

Bell 206 JetRanger

Bell 206 JetRanger
Chris Day | Nextant XT

Nextant XT

This Nextant Aerospace Nextant XT is owned by private hire company Time Air based at Biggin Hill. Seen here having just taken off from RAF Northolt West London.
Chris Day | Spitfire Mk IXB

Spitfire Mk IXB

Perhaps the most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is completely original, and has never been fully rebuilt. It was flown in combat by South African pilot Flt Lt Henry Lardner-Burke, DFC (1916-1970), seven and a half kills, three damaged, retiring as a Wing Commander.
Chris Day | Pilatus PC-24

Pilatus PC-24

This Pilatus PC-24 aircraft flies under the tail number D-CVMS. Operated by PLATOON Aviation. It can carry up to 8 passengers. Pilatus Aircraft Ltd is the only Swiss company to develop, produce and sell aircraft to customers around the world
Chris Day | Bombardier Global 5000

Bombardier Global 5000

At the time of the Global 5000’s release, Bombardier called the Global 5000 “the world’s fastest” ultra-long range private jet. It can fly eight passengers and three crew members 4,800 nautical miles nonstop at a speed of .85 Mach. It is impressive in its speed, cabin size, and reliability.
Chris Day | Bombardier Challenger 350

Bombardier Challenger 350

The Challenger 350 aircraft is reliable, longest-in-class maintenance intervals and impressive all-weather performance. Has multiple uses. Flight inspection, Head of state transport, Weather/atmospheric observation, Multi-engine jet trainer, Medevac and Target towing.
Chris Day | Piper Cherokee Warrior II

Piper Cherokee Warrior II

Piper CHEROKEE WARRIOR II built 1980
Chris Day | Sally B Flying Fortress

Sally B Flying Fortress

Sally B is the name of an airworthy 1945-built Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress. At 76 years old, she is the only airworthy B-17 based in Europe, as well as one of three B-17s preserved in the United Kingdom.
Chris Day | Mempis Belle aka Sally B

Mempis Belle aka Sally B

Sally B is the name of an airworthy 1945-built Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress. At 76 years old, she is the only airworthy B-17 based in Europe, as well as one of three B-17s preserved in the United Kingdom. Used in a film about a fictional B-17 called Memphis Belle.
Chris Day | North American AT-16 Harvard IIB

North American AT-16 Harvard IIB

North American AT-16 Harvard IIB
Chris Day | de Havilland Dragon Rapide

de Havilland Dragon Rapide

de Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide is a 1930s short-haul biplane. Capable of carrying 6–8 passengers, it proved an economical and durable craft, despite its outdated plywood construction. This aircraft, G-AIDL, was originally built for the RAF in 1946 where it was known as the Dominie
Chris Day | De Havilland Chipmunk

De Havilland Chipmunk

De Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk T.10 C/N C1/0807 built in 1952
Chris Day | Supermarine Spitfire PV202

Supermarine Spitfire PV202

This Spitfire was built as a single-seat fighter at the Castle Bromwich factory of Vickers Supermarine in 1944. It carried out 20 operational sorties with ten pilots from Britain, Denmark, Holland and South Africa during its service with 33 Squadron.The aircraft remained at High Ercall until selected by Vickers-Armstrong for conversion into trainer configuration in 1950 as part of an order from the Irish Air Corps.
Chris Day | Super Tiger Moth

Super Tiger Moth

This plane was built by Morris Motors at Cowley near Oxford during WWII. It went into RAF service as DE974 as a training aircraft throughout the war.