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Fairchild PT-19A Cornell
Country	USA
Type	Military trainer aircraft
Photograph	Randy Ray
Locate	Travis Air Force Base Museum
Description	Album of 59 photos walk-around of a «Fairchild PT-19A Cornell»

Photo gallery of a Fairchild PT-19A Cornell, The Fairchild PT-19 (company designation Fairchild M62) is an American Fairchild Aircraft monoplane primary trainer aircraft that served with the United States Army Air Forces, RAF and RCAF during World War II. It was a contemporary of the Kaydet biplane trainer and was used by the USAAF during Primary Flying Training as the introductory pre-solo phase trainer for introducing new pilots to flying before passing them on to the more agile Kaydet. As with other USAAF trainers of the period, the PT-19 had multiple designations based on the powerplant installed.

Source: Fairchild PT-19A Cornell on Wiki

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Stearman PT-13D Kaydet
Country	USA
Type	Military trainer aircraft

Photo gallery of a Stearman PT-13D Kaydet, The Stearman (Boeing) Model 75 is a biplane used as a military trainer aircraft, of which at least 10,626 were built in the United States during the 1930s and 1940s. Stearman Aircraft became a subsidiary of Boeing in 1934. Widely known as the Stearman, Boeing Stearman or Kaydet, it served as a primary trainer for the United States Army Air Forces, the United States Navy (as the NS & N2S), and with the Royal Canadian Air Force as the Kaydet throughout World War II. After the conflict was over, thousands of surplus aircraft were sold on the civilian market. In the immediate postwar years they became popular as crop dusters, sports planes, and for aerobatic and wing walking use in air shows.

Source: Stearman PT-13D Kaydet on Wiki

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Polikarpov Po-2
Country	Soviet Union
Type	General-purpose biplane
Photograph	Vladimir Yakubov
Locate	Fantasy of Flight, Polk City
Description	Album of 83 photos walk-around of a «Polikarpov Po-2»

Photo gallery of a Polikarpov Po-2, The Polikarpov Po-2 (also U-2) served as a general-purpose Soviet biplane, nicknamed Kukuruznik (Russian: Кукурузник, from Russian “kukuruza” (кукуруза) for maize; thus, “maize duster” or “crop duster”), NATO reporting name “Mule”. The reliable, uncomplicated concept of the Po-2’s design made it an ideal training aircraft, as well as doubling as a low-cost ground attack, aerial reconnaissance, psychological warfare and liaison aircraft during war, proved to be one of the most versatile light combat types to be built in the Soviet Union. As of 1978 it remained in production for a longer period of time than any other Soviet-era aircraft. It is one of the most produced aircraft, and may be the most produced biplane with production possibly as high as 30,000 Po-2s built between 1928 and 1959.However, production figures for Polikarpov U-2 and Po-2 bombers and trainers combined are between 20,000 and 30,000. with production ending as early as 1952.

Source: Polikarpov Po-2 on Wiki

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Fouga Magister C.M.170
Country	France
Type	Two-seat jet trainer
First flight	23 July 1952
Built	929

The Fouga CM.170 Magister is a 1950s French two-seat jet trainer. The related CM.175 Zéphyr was a carrier-capable version for the French Navy. In 1948, development commenced at Fouga on a new primary trainer aircraft design that harnessed newly developed jet propulsion technology. The initial design was evaluated by the French Air Force (Armée de l’Air, AdA) and, in response to its determination that the aircraft lacked sufficient power for its requirements, was enlarged and adopted a pair of Turbomeca Marboré turbojet engines. First flying on 23 July 1952, the first production order for the type was received on 13 January 1954. In addition, the related CM.175 Zéphyr was a carrier-capable version developed and produced for the French Navy.

Source: Fouga Magister C.M.170 on Wiki

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Supermarine Spitfire MK.XIV
Country	UK
Role	Fighter aircraft
First flight	27 November 1941
Produced	1942–48

The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was used by the Royal Air Force and many other Allied countries before, during and after World War II. The Spitfire was built in many variants, using several wing configurations, and was produced in greater numbers than any other British aircraft. It was also the only British fighter to be in continuous production throughout the war. The Spitfire continues to be popular among enthusiasts, with approximately 54 Spitfires being airworthy, while many more are static exhibits in aviation museums throughout the world.

Source: Supermarine Spitfire MK.XIV on Wiki

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US 155mm M1A1 Howitzer
Country	USA
Type	Howitzer
Photograph	Randy J Ray
Locate	Motts Military Museum
Description	Album of 49 photos walk-around of a «US 155mm M1A1 Howitzer»

Photo gallery of a US 155mm M1A1 Howitzer, The M114 155 mm howitzer was a towed howitzer developed and used by the United States Army. It was first produced in 1942 as a medium artillery piece under the designation of 155 mm Howitzer M1. It saw service with the US Army during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, before being replaced by the M198 howitzer.

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QF 25pdr Mark II Field Gun
Country	UK
Type	Howitzer
In service	1940–present

Photo gallery of a QF 25pdr Mark II Field Gun, The Ordnance QF 25-pounder, or more simply 25-pounder or 25-pdr, was the major British field gun and howitzer during World War II. It was introduced into service just before the war started, combining high-angle and direct-fire, relatively high rates of fire, and a reasonably lethal shell in a highly mobile piece. It remained the British Army’s primary artillery field piece well into the 1960s, with smaller numbers serving in training units until the 1980s. Many Commonwealth of Nations countries used theirs in active or reserve service until about the 1970s and ammunition for the weapon is currently being produced by Pakistan Ordnance Fac. The Mark II: fitted to the Mark I carriage was the standard gun during World War II. They were built in Australia and Canada but mostly in UK. Deliveries (from UK production) started at the beginning of 1940 and first entered service with a Canadian regiment stationed in UK during May 1940. No Ordnance 25-pr Mk 2 on Carriage 25-pr Mark 1 were lost in France. This gun fired all charges, 1 – 3 and Super. In 1942 a muzzle brake was fitted to the gun to eliminate the instability caused when firing the 20 lb AP shell with Charge Super at direct fire low elevation angles. To preserve the gun’s balance on the trunnions a counterbalance weight was also fitted, just in front of the breech ring. The designation of the modified gun was not changed. Eventually all guns serving in Europe were so converted.

Source: QF 25pdr Mark II Field Gun on Wiki

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US 105mm M2A2 Field Gun
Country	USA
Type	Howitzer
Photograph	Vladimir Yakubov
Locate	Musee de l’Armee, Paris
Description	Album of 66 photos walk-around of a «US 105mm M2A2 Field Gun»

Photo gallery of a US 105mm M2A2 Field Gun, The 105 mm M2A1 (M101A1) howitzer was a howitzer developed and used by the United States. It was the standard U.S. light field howitzer in World War II and saw action in both the European and Pacific theaters. Entering production in 1941, it quickly gained a reputation for accuracy and a powerful punch. The M101A1 fired 105-millimetre (4.1 in) high explosive (HE) semi-fixed ammunition and had a range of 11,270 metres (12,330 yd), making it suitable for supporting infantry. M2A2 : modified shield

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de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth
Country	UK
Role	Trainer
First fly	26 October 1931
Built	8868

The de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth is a 1930s biplane designed by Geoffrey de Havilland and was operated by the Royal Air Force (RAF) and others as a primary trainer. The Tiger Moth remained in service with the RAF until replaced by the de Havilland Chipmunk in 1952, when many of the surplus aircraft entered civil operation. Many other nations used the Tiger Moth in both military and civil applications, and it remains in widespread use as a recreational aircraft in many countries. It is still occasionally used as a primary training aircraft, particularly for those pilots wanting to gain experience before moving on to other tailwheel aircraft. Many are now employed by various companies offering trial lesson experiences. The de Havilland Moth club founded 1975 is now an owners’ association offering a mutual club and technical support.

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Dewoitine D.26
Country	France – Swiss
Type	Trainer aircraft
Photograph	Vladimir Yakubov
Locate	Fantasy of Flight, Polk City
Description	Album of 80 photos walk-around of a «Dewoitine D.26»

Photo gallery of a Dewoitine D.26, The Dewoitine D.26 was a military trainer developed in France for the Swiss Air Force in parallel with the D.27 fighter. The D.26 airframe was similar to that of the D.27. Differences included: The engine cowling was omitted on the D.26; The D.26 radial engine was smaller and produced less power; The D.26 was not equipped with provision for armament.