This shot makes a great wallpaper desktop. This Marine AH-1W Super Cobra is at a FARP and about to head out on another mission.
A big thank you to Pieter for all his work during the last week. The shots you posted are EXCELLENT.
Hope everyone has a great New Year's Eve. See ya next year.... 2008
Monday, December 31, 2007
Sunday, December 30, 2007
B-2A and F-117A Formation 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Oke, this is realy my last post for now. It almost looks like the poster from a science-fiction movie, but it's real. here's a formation flight of two F-117A and a B-2A.
I like it!
Pieter
Friday, December 28, 2007
Friday Video: The Panavia Tornado
This will be my last post for some time. Here's a video of a Panavia Tornado from the German Airforce. I've seen these planes pass by some years ago and I must say I was very impressed!
Pieter
Thursday, December 27, 2007
F/A-18F Super Hornet 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Hi everybody! Here's a wallpaper of an F/A-18F cockpit view. This pilot looks out the canopy of his F/A-18F Super Hornet as he conducts a low pop-up maneuver above Panamint Valley near China Lake, California.
I love in-flight pictures!
Pieter
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
USN F/A-18B Fighter Pilot 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Hello! I hope everybody has enjoyed his Christmas-dinner. I know I did...
Here's a picture of an F/A-18B landing on a carrier.
I like the camo-paintjob on this one. It is assigned to the "Fighting Omars"Squadron. I hope you like it!
Pieter
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
S-3B Viking Refueling 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Merry Christmas everybody! When I was looking for a plane in santa-colors, the only plane I found was the Red Baron... Here's a nice wallpaper of an airplane we didn't had before. It is a S-3B Viking refueling a S-3B Viking and it's a nice cockpit picture.
I added contrast, levels and a cooling filter.
Pieter
Monday, December 24, 2007
Blue Angels F/A-18C 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
It has been a long time... but here's another wallpaper of the Blue Angels in a diamond formation. They perform approximately 30 maneuvers during the aerial demonstration lasting over an hour.
Merry Christmas!
Pieter
Merry Christmas!
Pieter
Sunday, December 23, 2007
EA-6B Prowler 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's a nice wallpaper of an EA-6B Prowler. This aircraft is designed for electronic warfare. With multiple antiradar missiles and tactical jamming systems, an enemy radar station makes no chance.
I added almost no adjustments to this wallpaper.
Greetings,
Pieter
Saturday, December 22, 2007
F-16C Cockpit 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Breathtaking in-flight shot of an F-16C pilot above the clouds. This is one of my favorites and my current desktop wallpaper.
Last Minute Christmas Idea: Amazon Gift Card
If you're in trouble and need a last minute gift for someone, I suggest you head over to Amazon.com and get a gift certificate (just follow that link above).
This year our family is traveling to California for Christmas. Instead of trying to bring all our gifts with us, we just bought them through Amazon and had them shipped out to CA for free.
While I'm out in CA, Pieter will be covering and posting great wallpapers. I wish everyone a wonderful holiday season and many blessings for you and your family.
JT
Friday, December 21, 2007
Friday Video: F-16 vs F-14 Dogfight
Here's a neat video that shows F-16's vs F-14's dogfighting. You get some nice HUD footage as well. The F-14 isn't much of a dogfighter compared to the F-16 but hey, you can't be good at everything...
Thursday, December 20, 2007
USMC F/A-18C Hornet 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's a beautiful shot of a battle weary Marine F-18C Hornet. Notice the color stripes on the missiles and bombs. Yellow or Black mean live weapons (as opposed to blue stripes meaning dummy or inert).
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
AV/8B Harrier 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
F-15D Eagle Refueling 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Come along for a ride in the backseat of an F-15D Eagle while catching some gas from a KC-135. I love pictures that put you right in the action. Only wish I was there for the ride.
Monday, December 17, 2007
F-16C Falcon Arctic Camo 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Check out this great shot of an F-16C in arctic camo paint scheme. From what I read this special paint is for a Red Flag exercise up in Alaska.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Navy F/A-18F Catapult Takeoff 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's an excellent shot of an F/A-18F Super Hornet taking off from a carrier. Framing the focus on the ground crewman makes the shot much more powerful.
Friday, December 14, 2007
Christmas Winter Scene 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
It's December and nearing Christmas so it's time for a nice Winter Wonderland widescreen wallpaper. Check out the Aurora Borealis (sometimes called "Northern Lights").
I've put up some lights around the house but haven't bought a tree yet. The big push is find gifts for everyone and time is running out!
I've put up some lights around the house but haven't bought a tree yet. The big push is find gifts for everyone and time is running out!
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Friday Video: The Amazing SU-30
Check out the amazing SU-30 performing some awe-inspiring maneuvers. If you were fight against one of these, you definitely would not want to get slow. This thing can virtually stall, flip, and spin toward you.
ARMY AH-64A Apache Gunship 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
The AH-64 Apache is one of the most feared gunships ever designed. It's also one of the most maneuverable. Here is a great sunset shot that makes a an excellent widescreen desktop background!
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
KC-130 Refueler 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Two KC-130J Hercules aircraft, assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron during a refueling exercise.
I added some contrast and added a cooling filter on the sea.
Greetings, Pieter
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
C-130 Hercules Cockpit 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Being a pilot, some of my favorite desktop wallpapers are cockpit shots while flying. This is a shot of one of the oldest C-130s flying just before it was retired (I think this is somewhere in Iraq).
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Monday, December 10, 2007
E-3 AWACS 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Neat shot here of an E-3 AWACS (Modified Boeing 707) refueling. The AWACS is an amazing plane with a rotating dome that can see out to 250+ miles.
Saturday, December 8, 2007
P-51D Mustang 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
The P-51D Mustang is "the" fighter of World War II. I love seeing it at airshows and love hearing that 12 cylinder supercharged engine. I have a dream to fly one.
As for this shot, I took it at the Nellis airshow. Framing is always tough since you have 5000 people standing around, but you make the best of the situation.
As for this shot, I took it at the Nellis airshow. Framing is always tough since you have 5000 people standing around, but you make the best of the situation.
Friday, December 7, 2007
Friday Video: Mirage III's and the Swiss Alps
If you love flying, you'll love this video. Flying through the mountains is one the most enjoyable experiences a pilot can have. Awesome.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Aircraft Nose Art 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Aviation nose art has a great history for pilots and crews. In a way it takes mere aluminum, nuts, and bolts and personifies it. Man and his machine.
When I saw this nose art, I just had to snap a picture.
When I saw this nose art, I just had to snap a picture.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
U-2S Recon Plane 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's an interesting shot of a U-2S cockpit. Notice the pilot is in a full pressure suit? When you fly aboove 50,000 feet, those suits are mandatory. I love the new cockpit they put in these planes.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
EC-130J Commando Solo 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
The C-130 is like a Swiss Army knife. It can do so many things and perform an amazing array of missions.
The EC-130J Commando Solo is all about PSYOPS with its ability to broadcast both radio and color TV. The primary mission is orbit somewhere and get the message out. Gotta be a little boring for the pilots eh?
I wonder if it does ESPN?
The EC-130J Commando Solo is all about PSYOPS with its ability to broadcast both radio and color TV. The primary mission is orbit somewhere and get the message out. Gotta be a little boring for the pilots eh?
I wonder if it does ESPN?
Monday, December 3, 2007
F-14B Tomcat Section Takeoff 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here are two sweet looking F-14s doing a section takeoff. These are pretty nice looking aircraft but I can tell you a few stories about some of the F-14's I used to see. Let's just say that the Navy isn't too concerned about washing their jets while out at sea. Totally different worlds (Air Force vs Navy).
Sunday, December 2, 2007
The Three Soldiers Vietnam Memorial Widescreen Wallpaper 1680 x 1050
For those of you that live in the USA or travel here, Washington DC is a great place to visit. When you visit the National Mall (it's a National Park area), you'll find tributes to famous Americans and wars Americans were involved in.
I took this picture of the Three Soldiers in May, 2007. The Vietnam Memorial wall is just off in the distance to the left. Memorials are meant to cause a person to reflect and I think the designer accomplished his goal.
I took this picture of the Three Soldiers in May, 2007. The Vietnam Memorial wall is just off in the distance to the left. Memorials are meant to cause a person to reflect and I think the designer accomplished his goal.
Saturday, December 1, 2007
USAF Thunderbird Pilot 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's a great shot of Major Nicole Malachowski, pilot of Thunderbird #3. She has the honor of being the first female Thunderbird pilot in their 52 year history. Not bad...
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Friday, November 30, 2007
Friday Video: Fighter Jets
It's Friday and time for another excellent video. You'll love it.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
F/A-18F Super Hornet 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
I don't know about you, but I really dig the paint scheme on this Super Hornet. It makes a great desktop background. Enjoy!
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
F-14B Tomcat Carrier Landing 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
More Tomcat loving today. Here's a great shot of an F-14B catching a wire on a carrier. Love this plane!
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
USN F/A-18C Fighter Pilot 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
You have to love fighter pilot gear. The helmet, flightsuit, and gloves rock. I'd wear the same stuff flying Cessna 172's but it would be overkill. I guess the only way I could wear it would be to join the Civil Air Patrol.
Here is a fighter pilot sitting in an F/A-18C. Great shot.
Here is a fighter pilot sitting in an F/A-18C. Great shot.
Monday, November 26, 2007
USAF MQ-9 Reaper 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
It's been an amazing transformation from using unmanned aerial vehicles as observational drones to using them as killers drones.
The MQ-9 Reaper is a rugged platform with precision strike capability. Times are changing and these UAVs are just the beginning of a complete transformation of military aviation.
The MQ-9 Reaper is a rugged platform with precision strike capability. Times are changing and these UAVs are just the beginning of a complete transformation of military aviation.
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Blue Angel F/A-18C 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Allright everybody!
Here's a nice picture from the Blue Angels flying over the Battle of Midway commemoration ceremony.
I added some contrast and a red photo filter.
Pieter
Saturday, November 24, 2007
NASA Space 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Friday, November 23, 2007
Friday Video: Russian Super Jet Fighters
It's Friday and time to enjoy another excellent video clip. Check out the Russian aircraft. Impressive stuff.
B-52H Bomber 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's a B-52H model "Memphis Belle IV that was sitting on the ramp. I like nose art and always enjoy looking at the details of an aircraft upclose.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Black Friday Deals
Christmas is coming and Friday Nov 23 (otherwise known as "Black Friday") is the biggest day for great deals on stuff for the year. I got a notice from Amazon.com that they are having some incredible specials. Check out their Black Friday specials page. These deals are typically only available for one day, so get over there.
I don't know what you're looking for this year, but I'm interested in upgrading my DSLR. Enjoy!
I don't know what you're looking for this year, but I'm interested in upgrading my DSLR. Enjoy!
C-130 Hercules 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
I'm not sure what version of C-130 this is, but there were a few at the Nellis AFB 2007 airshow.
Have a great day and don't eat too much food.
Have a great day and don't eat too much food.
Happy Thanksgiving
Today in the United States it's Thanksgiving. It's a time to reflect and be thankful to God for all the blessings we enjoy. I want to express my thanks to all of you who visit the blog. Without you, this blog would be meaningless. I wish you and your families all the best in life.
Today, be sure and tell someone you love them.
JT
Today, be sure and tell someone you love them.
JT
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
B-52 Pass and Review 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
The B-52 Bomber is always a star performer at airshows. You can see the huge plumes of black smoke miles away before it makes a pass and the anticipation is electric.
I took this shot during the early afternoon pass and review of Vietnam era aircraft.
I took this shot during the early afternoon pass and review of Vietnam era aircraft.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Thunderbird #5 F-16C High Alpha Pass 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
In contrast to other airshows, during the 2007 Nellis airshow the Thunderbirds flew before the modern military aircraft.
I got this shot of Tbird Solo #5 doing a high AOA slow speed pass.
Enjoy!
I got this shot of Tbird Solo #5 doing a high AOA slow speed pass.
Enjoy!
Monday, November 19, 2007
F/A-22 Raptor Raw Power 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
During the aircraft demo, the F-22 gave many opportunities to capture full afterburner maneuvers. In this shot the aircraft is performing a high-g turn right in front of the crowd.
Aviation photography is a blast Enjoy!
Aviation photography is a blast Enjoy!
Saturday, November 17, 2007
A-10 Thunderbolt II 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
During the Nellis 2007 airshow, the A-10 performed and I got a few great shots. Although everything the A-10 is low speed, here is a "low" speed pass with gear extended.
They said that because of the low speed and high turn radius, two A-10s can keep gun fire on a target area every 10-15 seconds.
Enjoy!
They said that because of the low speed and high turn radius, two A-10s can keep gun fire on a target area every 10-15 seconds.
Enjoy!
Friday, November 16, 2007
Friday Video: Flying To The Grand Canyon
I don't think I've mentioned it before here, but besides loving aviation photography, I'm also a private pilot. Today's video is a brief clip of me flying a C-172SP during my trip to Las Vegas. My wife was seated in the back and took the video.
We took off from North Las Vegas airport, flew over Nellis AFB (we saw F-16's taking off under us but the wife didn't get any shots of that...), and headed out to the Western edge of the Grand Canyon. In this video you'll see some of the interesting desert topography around Nevada and Arizona.
Here's an overview map of our flight route.
The airspace around Las Vegas is class B and is quite busy. The best news is that ATC routing took us over Nellis AFB, McCarran Airport, and then over the Las Vegas strip.
Have a great Friday!
F-14D Tomcat 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's another picture from the navy's grandpa. After 32 years serving in the USN, these planes retired in 2006. The variant F-14A is also famous from the movie Top Gun.
I did some color corrections, the original picture had a red shine. I added some contrast.
Pieter
Thursday, November 15, 2007
F/A-22 Raptor 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Continuing with my photographs from the Nellis AFB 2007 Airshow, here's a great shot of the F/A-22 Raptor.
In this picture, the Raptor is taxiing out for the afternoon demonstration. This was a hard shot to get since I had to push by many people to get clear angle.
As you have seen in a previous video here, the F/A-22 is the most maneuverable aircraft in the USAF inventory. The demo was amazing and the raw power of the aircraft is insane. I read at the show that a single engine puts out 28,000+ lbs of thrust at MIL power and 43,000 lbs of thrust in afterburner. This jet has two of these engines! No wonder this baby can supercruise.
In this picture, the Raptor is taxiing out for the afternoon demonstration. This was a hard shot to get since I had to push by many people to get clear angle.
As you have seen in a previous video here, the F/A-22 is the most maneuverable aircraft in the USAF inventory. The demo was amazing and the raw power of the aircraft is insane. I read at the show that a single engine puts out 28,000+ lbs of thrust at MIL power and 43,000 lbs of thrust in afterburner. This jet has two of these engines! No wonder this baby can supercruise.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
F-4E "Col Olds" Phantom 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
It's rare to see a flying F-4 Phantom these days. The aircraft have been retired and most are slated to become drones (sad ending indeed).
At the Nellis AFB airshow 2007, this beauty was flown and performed some individual acts and a heritage flight.
The aircraft bears the markings of a great fighter pilot named Robin Olds. I caught this shot during a high speed pass just around sunset. The F-4 was definitely one of the loudest aircraft at the airshow and impressed us all.
At the Nellis AFB airshow 2007, this beauty was flown and performed some individual acts and a heritage flight.
The aircraft bears the markings of a great fighter pilot named Robin Olds. I caught this shot during a high speed pass just around sunset. The F-4 was definitely one of the loudest aircraft at the airshow and impressed us all.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Thunderbird F-16C 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
I'm back from my vacation in Las Vegas, NV., and I have a ton of great shots from the Nellis AFB airshow.
First, let me thank Pieter for covering while I was gone. He did a great job and I've asked him to stay on and contribute whenever he likes.
I attended the show on Saturday and we had perfect weather with clear blue skies. The show centered around the USAF 60th Anniversary and they flew many aircraft from the different eras.
My shots were taken with a Canon Digital Rebel and a Sigma telephoto lens. This shot comes from near centerline where the Thunderbirds were parked before their show. I've made the usual enhancements and cropped it to 1680. Enjoy!
First, let me thank Pieter for covering while I was gone. He did a great job and I've asked him to stay on and contribute whenever he likes.
I attended the show on Saturday and we had perfect weather with clear blue skies. The show centered around the USAF 60th Anniversary and they flew many aircraft from the different eras.
My shots were taken with a Canon Digital Rebel and a Sigma telephoto lens. This shot comes from near centerline where the Thunderbirds were parked before their show. I've made the usual enhancements and cropped it to 1680. Enjoy!
Monday, November 12, 2007
F/A-18F Super Hornet 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Hello! This is one of my last posts... So I can give you a beautiful wallpaper of a F-18 night shot. The lights of the carrier give the picture an extra nice look.
I added some contrast and level adjustments.
Sunday, November 11, 2007
F/A-18F Super Hornet 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Hello everybody! Ok here's a nice picture of some F-18C's approaching a fuel tanker during exercise Malabar 07-2.
The shot was already a beauty, so it didn't needed a lot of color corrections.
Saturday, November 10, 2007
AV/8B Harrier 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Friday, November 9, 2007
Friday Video: Eurofighter Typhoon
I once saw this Plane of the Italian Air force doing a low pass when I was swimming in the sea. A real European beauty.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
A-10 Thunderbolt II 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's a shot of one of my favorite planes. the engines are fixed high on the fuselage which is useful when the A-10 needs to land on forward air bases. Also the risk of FOD (Foreign Object Damage), caused by sand and stones, is reduced. This unusual engine setting gave the A-10 his "Warthog" nickname.
I added some contrast and color adjustments.
I added some contrast and color adjustments.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
AV/8B Harrier 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
F-86 Sabre 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Before I head out to Vegas, I'm putting up a shot from my own collection of photos. I took this photo of a static F-86 during an open house near San Diego, CA.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Monday, November 5, 2007
Blue Angel F/A-18C 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Hello, I'm Pieter from Belgium, the guest author while JT is away.
This is my first wallpaper. I hope to see the Blue Angels some time while they are showing their skills. Tell me what you think about my wallpaper!
F/A-22 Raptor 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper
Here's a great front shot of the F/A-22 Raptor on the ramp at Nellis AFB. As you have seen in the airshow video, this is one amazing fighter jet without even discussing the stealth characteristics, passive radar, and avionics. Enjoy!
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