High altitude bomber hi-res stock photography and images

A pre-production Junkers Ju388K-0 high altitude bomber. Stock Photo

RM2M96Y5B–A pre-production Junkers Ju388K-0 high altitude bomber.

Modern stealth bomber flying at high altitude Stock Photo

RMKDDBNB–Modern stealth bomber flying at high altitude

Vickers Valiant nuclear armed high altitude jet V bomber XD818 on display in the Cold War Hangar at RAF Cosford Air Museum in Shropshire Stock Photo

RM2ABNN9M–Vickers Valiant nuclear armed high altitude jet V bomber XD818 on display in the Cold War Hangar at RAF Cosford Air Museum in Shropshire

Modern strategic nuclear bomber flying at high altitude Stock Photo

RMKDDA30–Modern strategic nuclear bomber flying at high altitude

The Vickers-Armstrongs Valiant British four-jet high-altitude bomber, part of the V bomber nuclear force of the Royal Air Force.20th March 1956. Stock Photo

RM2HJ6JY6–The Vickers-Armstrongs Valiant British four-jet high-altitude bomber, part of the V bomber nuclear force of the Royal Air Force.20th March 1956.

Steaming up Belfast Lough in Northern Ireland in 1944, a cargo of Republic P-47 Thunderbolts arrive at the port. An American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945, it was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theatres. Stock Photo

RM2S8NC56–Steaming up Belfast Lough in Northern Ireland in 1944, a cargo of Republic P-47 Thunderbolts arrive at the port. An American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945, it was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theatres.

The Boeing B-47 Stratojet, American long range, six-engine, turbojet-powered strategic bomber. Designed to fly at high subsonic speed and at high altitude to avoid enemy interceptor aircraft. The B-47's primary mission was as a nuclear bomber capable of striking the Soviet Union. Stock Photo

RMMR6MNM–The Boeing B-47 Stratojet, American long range, six-engine, turbojet-powered strategic bomber. Designed to fly at high subsonic speed and at high altitude to avoid enemy interceptor aircraft. The B-47's primary mission was as a nuclear bomber capable of striking the Soviet Union.

B-29 Superfortress pilot wearing a fur parka and high altitude flying gear. With the 98th Bomb Wing of the Far East Air Force Bomber Command in Japan, U.S. flyers made high altitude bombing missions over North Korean. Korean War, Jan. 31,1953 (CSU 2015 9 841) Stock Photo

RMF2AY93–B-29 Superfortress pilot wearing a fur parka and high altitude flying gear. With the 98th Bomb Wing of the Far East Air Force Bomber Command in Japan, U.S. flyers made high altitude bombing missions over North Korean. Korean War, Jan. 31,1953 (CSU 2015 9 841)

Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17 bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17, which distinguished itself in action in the south Pacific, Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude, heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions, October 1942 Stock Photo

RME6NETY–Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17 bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17, which distinguished itself in action in the south Pacific, Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude, heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions, October 1942

GERMANY�S RECENT AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT ENGINES - Picture issued 1945 shows - Ju.86P high altitude bomber/ reconnaissance aircraft with two Jumo 207 diesel engines, Royal Air Force Stock Photo

RM2X1NC4C–GERMANY�S RECENT AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT ENGINES - Picture issued 1945 shows - Ju.86P high altitude bomber/ reconnaissance aircraft with two Jumo 207 diesel engines, Royal Air Force

Daylight bombing of important cities along the southern coast of Italy continues without let up. This photograph taken from an American high-altitude bomber shows bombs exploding in strategic waterfront area of Messina harbor. Stock Photo

RM2JXM6MB–Daylight bombing of important cities along the southern coast of Italy continues without let up. This photograph taken from an American high-altitude bomber shows bombs exploding in strategic waterfront area of Messina harbor.

Army Tests Jap Interceptor -- This six-bladed pusher type Japanese interceptor plane, called the Shindin, is undergoing evaluation by technical intelligence, Air material command, engineers at Wright Field, Ohio. Designed as a high-altitude bomber-interceptor, it is the sole surviving aircraft of this type. October 4, 1949. Stock Photo

RM2HX4GHY–Army Tests Jap Interceptor -- This six-bladed pusher type Japanese interceptor plane, called the Shindin, is undergoing evaluation by technical intelligence, Air material command, engineers at Wright Field, Ohio. Designed as a high-altitude bomber-interceptor, it is the sole surviving aircraft of this type. October 4, 1949.

World War II. Republic P-47 Taking Off. Ca. 1942. The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt is a World War II-era fighter aircraft produced by the American company Republic Aviation from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in the ground-attack role. Its primary armament was eight .50-caliber machine guns, and it could carry 5-inch rockets or a bomb load of 2,500 lb (1,100 kg). When fully loaded, the P-47 weighed up to 8 tons, making it one of the heaviest fighters of the war. Stock Photo

RM2XX0MGP–World War II. Republic P-47 Taking Off. Ca. 1942. The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt is a World War II-era fighter aircraft produced by the American company Republic Aviation from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in the ground-attack role. Its primary armament was eight .50-caliber machine guns, and it could carry 5-inch rockets or a bomb load of 2,500 lb (1,100 kg). When fully loaded, the P-47 weighed up to 8 tons, making it one of the heaviest fighters of the war.

New 'Canberra' Has Dual Role -- Shown here is the new version of the English Electric Canberra jet bomber the Mark B.8, first flight of which is announced to-day (Saturday). The new Canberra can be used as a high altitude bomber-the role in which it is shown here-or, fitted with armament, for long-range night ***** duties involving attack on communication and other ground targets. The armament is controlled by the pilot who has a fighter-type canopy, while the second crew member, the navigator, Stock Photo

RM2HX645K–New 'Canberra' Has Dual Role -- Shown here is the new version of the English Electric Canberra jet bomber the Mark B.8, first flight of which is announced to-day (Saturday). The new Canberra can be used as a high altitude bomber-the role in which it is shown here-or, fitted with armament, for long-range night ***** duties involving attack on communication and other ground targets. The armament is controlled by the pilot who has a fighter-type canopy, while the second crew member, the navigator,

Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F 'Flying Fortress' bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions. Although the image of 'Rosie the Riveter' reflected the industrial work of welders and riveters, the majority of working women filled non-factory positions in every sector of the economy. Stock Photo

RMT966RX–Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F 'Flying Fortress' bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions. Although the image of 'Rosie the Riveter' reflected the industrial work of welders and riveters, the majority of working women filled non-factory positions in every sector of the economy.

A WW11 USAAF B24 Liberator bomber at high altitude on a bombing mission over Germany. Stock Photo

RFCBCCKH–A WW11 USAAF B24 Liberator bomber at high altitude on a bombing mission over Germany.

English Electric Canberra Jet Aircraft. The first jet powered bomber used by the Royal Air Force. Stock Photo

RM2Y1FAEM–English Electric Canberra Jet Aircraft. The first jet powered bomber used by the Royal Air Force.

National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton Ohio Stock Photo

RM2RJCCJD–National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton Ohio

1975 RAF Finningley air display airshow 1975 The Avro Vulcan later Hawker Siddeley Vulcan bomber is a jet-powered tailless delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber, which was operated by the Royal Air Force (RAF) from 1956 until 1984. This is a Strategic bomber or Vulcan bomber XM597 flying at Finningley Air Show in 1975 The photo is taken 20 Sep 1975 at an air show at RAF Finningley airfield Doncaster South Yorkshire England UK GB Europe. This Vulcan Bomber XM597 is on display at the national museum of flight, East Fortune near Edinburgh Scotland UK Stock Photo

RM2E40R3N–1975 RAF Finningley air display airshow 1975 The Avro Vulcan later Hawker Siddeley Vulcan bomber is a jet-powered tailless delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber, which was operated by the Royal Air Force (RAF) from 1956 until 1984. This is a Strategic bomber or Vulcan bomber XM597 flying at Finningley Air Show in 1975 The photo is taken 20 Sep 1975 at an air show at RAF Finningley airfield Doncaster South Yorkshire England UK GB Europe. This Vulcan Bomber XM597 is on display at the national museum of flight, East Fortune near Edinburgh Scotland UK

Vickers Wellington V first prototype, R3298. A pressurised high-altitude bomber. Stock Photo

RM2M96XJ4–Vickers Wellington V first prototype, R3298. A pressurised high-altitude bomber.

State of the art B-2 stealth bomber flying at high altitude Stock Photo

RFED9FP1–State of the art B-2 stealth bomber flying at high altitude

RF2WD10WX–English Electric Canberra

XH558 former Royal Air Force Avro Vulcan B2 delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber aircraft performing at an airshow. Stock Photo

RMBDB3N9–XH558 former Royal Air Force Avro Vulcan B2 delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber aircraft performing at an airshow.

RM2HJ620A–The Vickers-Armstrongs Valiant British four-jet high-altitude bomber, part of the V bomber nuclear force of the Royal Air Force.20th March 1956.

Republic P-47 Thunderbolts, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy. Stock Photo

RM2S8NC6K–Republic P-47 Thunderbolts, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy.

Modern stealth bomber flying at high altitude B-2 Spirit Stock Photo

RMEEN5P7–Modern stealth bomber flying at high altitude B-2 Spirit

Boeing B29 Superfortress World War Two heavy bomber at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, Cambridgeshire, UK Stock Photo

RMTRKEF1–Boeing B29 Superfortress World War Two heavy bomber at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, Cambridgeshire, UK

Photograph of female workers installing fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions. Dated 1942 Stock Photo

RME1GM6T–Photograph of female workers installing fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions. Dated 1942

Fort Worth, Texas: June, 1944 Two aviation cadets from Brooks Field wearing oxygen masks and winter flying suits as they pilot a B-25 bomber on a routine high altitude training mission. Stock Photo

RM2RDGT9E–Fort Worth, Texas: June, 1944 Two aviation cadets from Brooks Field wearing oxygen masks and winter flying suits as they pilot a B-25 bomber on a routine high altitude training mission.

P-47,Thunderbolt flew its first combat mission--a sweep over Western Europe. Used as both a high-altitude escort fighter and a low-level fighter-bomber, the P-47 quickly gained a reputation for ruggedness. Stock Photo

RM2C6NAEA–P-47,Thunderbolt flew its first combat mission--a sweep over Western Europe. Used as both a high-altitude escort fighter and a low-level fighter-bomber, the P-47 quickly gained a reputation for ruggedness.

RMRB64KE–Photograph of female workers installing fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions. Dated 1942

World War II. Republic P-47s on the Line. Ca. 1942. The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt is a World War II-era fighter aircraft produced by the American company Republic Aviation from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in the ground-attack role. Its primary armament was eight .50-caliber machine guns, and it could carry 5-inch rockets or a bomb load of 2,500 lb (1,100 kg). When fully loaded, the P-47 weighed up to 8 tons, making it one of the heaviest fighters of the war. Stock Photo

RM2XX0M6P–World War II. Republic P-47s on the Line. Ca. 1942. The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt is a World War II-era fighter aircraft produced by the American company Republic Aviation from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in the ground-attack role. Its primary armament was eight .50-caliber machine guns, and it could carry 5-inch rockets or a bomb load of 2,500 lb (1,100 kg). When fully loaded, the P-47 weighed up to 8 tons, making it one of the heaviest fighters of the war.

British Avro Lancaster heavy four engine bomber taxying at east Kirkby, Lincolnshire. Stock Photo

RM2XAK14E–British Avro Lancaster heavy four engine bomber taxying at east Kirkby, Lincolnshire.

RM2A68MDW–Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17 bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the Flying Fortress, the B-17F is a later model of the B-17, which distinguished itself in action in the south Pacific, Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude, heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions

Feb. 02, 1957 - They Call It The ''The Rascal''.... New Pilotless Bomber of The U.S. Forces. Developed by the United States Bell Aircraft Corporation is ''The Rascal'' - latest missile of the American forces.. The 'Rascal' is powered by powerful rocket engine - which drives it at supersonic speeds. It is carried by B-47 aircraft - and is released many miles from the target - permitting the carrier to avoid high altitude defensive measures.. Keystone Photo Shows:- View of the G.A.M. 63. Pilotless Bomber - known as ''The Rascal' Stock Photo

RME0PTDR–Feb. 02, 1957 - They Call It The ''The Rascal''.... New Pilotless Bomber of The U.S. Forces. Developed by the United States Bell Aircraft Corporation is ''The Rascal'' - latest missile of the American forces.. The 'Rascal' is powered by powerful rocket engine - which drives it at supersonic speeds. It is carried by B-47 aircraft - and is released many miles from the target - permitting the carrier to avoid high altitude defensive measures.. Keystone Photo Shows:- View of the G.A.M. 63. Pilotless Bomber - known as ''The Rascal'

RM2Y1FAET–English Electric Canberra Jet Aircraft. The first jet powered bomber used by the Royal Air Force.

Jun. 06, 1957 - Through the sound barrier backwards. Britain's four-jet crescent-wing Victor bomber has flown through the sound barrier on a routine test flight and one of the three men in it was Mr. P. Langston, flight observer in a rear-facing seat, who now feels he is probably the first man to have gone through the sound barrier backwards. The high-altitude, long range strategic bombers are in quantity production for the Royal Air Force. Picture shows: The Handley Page Victor bomber (XA917) which flew through the sound barrier. Stock Photo

RME0PXXB–Jun. 06, 1957 - Through the sound barrier backwards. Britain's four-jet crescent-wing Victor bomber has flown through the sound barrier on a routine test flight and one of the three men in it was Mr. P. Langston, flight observer in a rear-facing seat, who now feels he is probably the first man to have gone through the sound barrier backwards. The high-altitude, long range strategic bombers are in quantity production for the Royal Air Force. Picture shows: The Handley Page Victor bomber (XA917) which flew through the sound barrier.

AERIAL REFUELING FROM JET TANKER - 1.9.53. - A jet-powered aerial t anker plane, the world's first, has been - built by the U.S. Air Force. Refueling at high altitude is - effected by the probe-drogue system. The tanker trails a - long hose ending in a funnel (the drogue) while the receiving - aircraft flies into position behind and below the tanker and - engages the drogue with a spear-like probe. Once in contact - the fuel is transferred. - I.N.P. photo shows A modified Boeing KB-47B stratojet tankep - (right) refuelling another B-47 stratojet - medium bomber during tests recently. - 1/PJ/70 Stock Photo

RM2Y7RR29–AERIAL REFUELING FROM JET TANKER - 1.9.53. - A jet-powered aerial t anker plane, the world's first, has been - built by the U.S. Air Force. Refueling at high altitude is - effected by the probe-drogue system. The tanker trails a - long hose ending in a funnel (the drogue) while the receiving - aircraft flies into position behind and below the tanker and - engages the drogue with a spear-like probe. Once in contact - the fuel is transferred. - I.N.P. photo shows A modified Boeing KB-47B stratojet tankep - (right) refuelling another B-47 stratojet - medium bomber during tests recently. - 1/PJ/70

RM2M96XGK–Vickers Wellington V first prototype, R3298. A pressurised high-altitude bomber.

Modern strategic B-1B bomber flying high in twilight Stock Photo

RFECW3HD–Modern strategic B-1B bomber flying high in twilight

Long Beach, California October 1942 Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17 bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant in Long Beach, California. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17. It is a long range, high altitude, heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men. Photograph taken by Alfred T. Palmer. Stock Photo

RM2RTYHT6–Long Beach, California October 1942 Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17 bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant in Long Beach, California. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17. It is a long range, high altitude, heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men. Photograph taken by Alfred T. Palmer.

English Electric Canberra flying over Dawlish Stock Photo

RME6TB9R–English Electric Canberra flying over Dawlish

The Vickers-Armstrongs Valiant British four-jet high-altitude bomber, part of the V bomber nuclear force of the Royal Air Force, pictured at RAF Gaydon. 20th March 1956. Stock Photo

RM2HJ66RG–The Vickers-Armstrongs Valiant British four-jet high-altitude bomber, part of the V bomber nuclear force of the Royal Air Force, pictured at RAF Gaydon. 20th March 1956.

A Republic P-47 Thunderbolt in flight, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy Stock Photo

RM2S8NC72–A Republic P-47 Thunderbolt in flight, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy

USAF Boeing F-15E supersonic jet fighter bomber at high altitude flying over tropical islands Stock Photo

RMAR9K70–USAF Boeing F-15E supersonic jet fighter bomber at high altitude flying over tropical islands

Martin Canberra WB57F High Altitude Research Aircraft Stock Photo

RF2HCH8AA–Martin Canberra WB57F High Altitude Research Aircraft

Modern nuclear bomber flying at high altitude Stock Photo

RMKDY4XE–Modern nuclear bomber flying at high altitude

Bomber conducts air refueling operations Stock Photo

RFA38EKF–Bomber conducts air refueling operations

Italian Societa Italiana Aviazione 9B (S.I.A. 9B) Day Bomber shown in the photograph. It was a very speedy and fast bomber with a high ceiling. It had a wing spread of 50 ft. 10 in., and was fitted with the most powerful motor at that time - FIAT 685 HP. It could fly for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. It took around 8 minutes to climb to 6,500 ft. and had a top speed of 129 miles at that altitude. Its ceiling was 23,000 ft. and it could carry 770 lbs. of bombs. This particular model had a crew of 2 and was armed with 3 guns. The British and American De Havilland versions of the 4 and 9 Stock Photo

RM2RC39KW–Italian Societa Italiana Aviazione 9B (S.I.A. 9B) Day Bomber shown in the photograph. It was a very speedy and fast bomber with a high ceiling. It had a wing spread of 50 ft. 10 in., and was fitted with the most powerful motor at that time - FIAT 685 HP. It could fly for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. It took around 8 minutes to climb to 6,500 ft. and had a top speed of 129 miles at that altitude. Its ceiling was 23,000 ft. and it could carry 770 lbs. of bombs. This particular model had a crew of 2 and was armed with 3 guns. The British and American De Havilland versions of the 4 and 9

KARGIL, JAMMU AND KASHMIR / INDIA - SEPTEMBER 1ST : A MIG - 21 fighter plane used by Indian Air Force (IAF) in high altitude Kargil war - 1999. Stock Photo

RF2FYJM6K–KARGIL, JAMMU AND KASHMIR / INDIA - SEPTEMBER 1ST : A MIG - 21 fighter plane used by Indian Air Force (IAF) in high altitude Kargil war - 1999.

America of the 1940s. Vintage photo of women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions. USA. October 1942 By A. T. Palmer, photographer Stock Photo

RM2Y5W5CR–America of the 1940s. Vintage photo of women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the 'Flying Fortress,' the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions. USA. October 1942 By A. T. Palmer, photographer

RM2XAK10X–British Avro Lancaster heavy four engine bomber taxying at east Kirkby, Lincolnshire.

Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the Flying Fortress, the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions Stock Photo

RM2A68MDG–Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the Flying Fortress, the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions

(March 11, 1944) Recording high altitude flight data in a flying laboratory at the Aircraft Engine Research Laboratory of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, Cleveland, Ohio, now known as the John H. Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field. The aircraft is a modified B-29 bomber manufactured by Boeing, and backbone of the World War II effort. It was used to determine what conditions cause ice to form on wings and aircraft surfaces. Image # : C1944-4907 Stock Photo

RMGE4GBG–(March 11, 1944) Recording high altitude flight data in a flying laboratory at the Aircraft Engine Research Laboratory of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, Cleveland, Ohio, now known as the John H. Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field. The aircraft is a modified B-29 bomber manufactured by Boeing, and backbone of the World War II effort. It was used to determine what conditions cause ice to form on wings and aircraft surfaces. Image # : C1944-4907

RM2Y1FAEP–English Electric Canberra Jet Aircraft. The first jet powered bomber used by the Royal Air Force.

Finnish Air Force veteran Ilyushin Il-28 bomber on display at Central Finland Aviation Museum in Tikkakoski. Stock Photo

RMDRJ90C–Finnish Air Force veteran Ilyushin Il-28 bomber on display at Central Finland Aviation Museum in Tikkakoski.

Moder strategic bomber flying at high altitude Stock Photo

RMKDY4ME–Moder strategic bomber flying at high altitude

Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber. Stock Photo

RMG19XJ5–Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber.

RMKE2D0P–Modern stealth bomber flying at high altitude

RMBDB3NF–XH558 former Royal Air Force Avro Vulcan B2 delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber aircraft performing at an airshow.

RME6TB9J–English Electric Canberra flying over Dawlish

RM2HJ6ABN–The Vickers-Armstrongs Valiant British four-jet high-altitude bomber, part of the V bomber nuclear force of the Royal Air Force, pictured at RAF Gaydon. Gaydon, Warwickshire.20th March 1956.

Republic P-47 Thunderbolts in flight, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy Stock Photo

RM2S8NC6G–Republic P-47 Thunderbolts in flight, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy

USAF F-4E Phantom supersonic jet fighter bomber at high altitude with pilot in cockpit and engine intakes windshield Stock Photo

RMAR9K5E–USAF F-4E Phantom supersonic jet fighter bomber at high altitude with pilot in cockpit and engine intakes windshield

XH558 former Royal Air Force Avro Vulcan B2 delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber aircraft taking off. Stock Photo

RMPKD062–XH558 former Royal Air Force Avro Vulcan B2 delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber aircraft taking off.

Lockheed YP38 Lightning high altitude test aircraft February 1941 Stock Photo

RMCBCCHX–Lockheed YP38 Lightning high altitude test aircraft February 1941

Airforce B1 Lancer Bomber airplane Stock Photo

RMAGBG6R–Airforce B1 Lancer Bomber airplane

Military jet bomber Su-24 Fencer flying a white background. Stock Photo

RMFYFW3K–Military jet bomber Su-24 Fencer flying a white background.

RFDB21BT–Avro Vulcan jet bomber

Vulcan bomber flying over Farnborough air show with bomb doors open Stock Photo

RMPWA3TH–Vulcan bomber flying over Farnborough air show with bomb doors open

RM2XAK10B–British Avro Lancaster heavy four engine bomber taxying at east Kirkby, Lincolnshire.

FEAF BOMBER COMMAND, JAPAN--With his head covered by a fur parka reminiscent of the men of the great Northwest, 1st Lt. Carl L. Hinchey, 1207 Grand St., Duncan, Okla., a U.S. Air Force B-29 Superfort pilot with the 98th Bomb Wing in Japan, is ready, in his protective clothing, for another high-altitude bombing attack against Communist targets in North Korea; Scope and content: FEAF BOMBER COMMAND, JAPAN--With his head covered by a fur parka reminiscent of the men of the great Northwest, 1st Lt. Carl L. Hinchey, 1207 Grand St., Duncan, Okla., a U.S. Air Force B-29 Superfort pilot with the 98th Stock Photo

RMW6GHM9–FEAF BOMBER COMMAND, JAPAN--With his head covered by a fur parka reminiscent of the men of the great Northwest, 1st Lt. Carl L. Hinchey, 1207 Grand St., Duncan, Okla., a U.S. Air Force B-29 Superfort pilot with the 98th Bomb Wing in Japan, is ready, in his protective clothing, for another high-altitude bombing attack against Communist targets in North Korea; Scope and content: FEAF BOMBER COMMAND, JAPAN--With his head covered by a fur parka reminiscent of the men of the great Northwest, 1st Lt. Carl L. Hinchey, 1207 Grand St., Duncan, Okla., a U.S. Air Force B-29 Superfort pilot with the 98th

Northrup B-2 Spirit bomber lands at Edwards Air Force Base in the Mojave Desert in California. Stock Photo

RM2HA1PBH–Northrup B-2 Spirit bomber lands at Edwards Air Force Base in the Mojave Desert in California.

The Vulcan Bomber XH558 Cold War delta wing jet in mid-flight during its last year of flight at Headcorn Aerodrome Stock Photo

RMPCYNPF–The Vulcan Bomber XH558 Cold War delta wing jet in mid-flight during its last year of flight at Headcorn Aerodrome

St. Louis, Missouri / USA - May 8th, 2020: B-2 Stealth Bomber Flies though blues sky over St. Louis to salute essential workers. The flyover route started in Camdenton, then Cape Girardeau, St. Louis, Columbia, Jefferson City, and then lastly in Springfield. Stock Photo

RM2BMDNT1–St. Louis, Missouri / USA - May 8th, 2020: B-2 Stealth Bomber Flies though blues sky over St. Louis to salute essential workers. The flyover route started in Camdenton, then Cape Girardeau, St. Louis, Columbia, Jefferson City, and then lastly in Springfield.

U.S. Army Spc. Wesley Domalewski, E3 Terminal High Altitude Area Defense launcher operator, briefs deployed Bomber Task Force U.S. Airmen on the THAAD anti-ballistic missile defense system during a tour on North West Field at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 12, 2021. The THAAD mission is to protect the homeland, deployed military forces, friends, and allies from short, medium, and intermediate range ballistic missiles. The BTF was deployed to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility to meet Pacific Air Forces training objectives. Readiness and resilience of the PACAF protects th Stock Photo

RM2GKK5TG–U.S. Army Spc. Wesley Domalewski, E3 Terminal High Altitude Area Defense launcher operator, briefs deployed Bomber Task Force U.S. Airmen on the THAAD anti-ballistic missile defense system during a tour on North West Field at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 12, 2021. The THAAD mission is to protect the homeland, deployed military forces, friends, and allies from short, medium, and intermediate range ballistic missiles. The BTF was deployed to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility to meet Pacific Air Forces training objectives. Readiness and resilience of the PACAF protects th

SABRE INTERCEPTOR 10.9.53. Unlike others in the famed North American Sabre Jet series, the F-86D is an all-weather interceptor instead of a day fighter or fighter bomber. The nation's fastest production airplane and first one-man interceptor, it is designed to protect the country against sneak enemy air attack. Armed with 24 'Mighty Mouse' 2.75 inch rockets which it launches from a retractable pod in the under fuselage, it is designed to climb rapidly to very high altitudes. It is powered by General Electric J-47-GE-17 engine with afterburner. It was in this aircraft the previous world speed r Stock Photo

RM2Y7RPWK–SABRE INTERCEPTOR 10.9.53. Unlike others in the famed North American Sabre Jet series, the F-86D is an all-weather interceptor instead of a day fighter or fighter bomber. The nation's fastest production airplane and first one-man interceptor, it is designed to protect the country against sneak enemy air attack. Armed with 24 'Mighty Mouse' 2.75 inch rockets which it launches from a retractable pod in the under fuselage, it is designed to climb rapidly to very high altitudes. It is powered by General Electric J-47-GE-17 engine with afterburner. It was in this aircraft the previous world speed r

WWII BOEING B-29 Superfortress Bomber Stock Photo

RM2CAAMD1–WWII BOEING B-29 Superfortress Bomber

Convair B-58 Hustler supersonic jet bomber at the Pima Air Museum Stock Photo

RMCE811T–Convair B-58 Hustler supersonic jet bomber at the Pima Air Museum

RME6TB9G–English Electric Canberra flying over Dawlish

RM2CAAMK9–WWII BOEING B-29 Superfortress Bomber

A Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy. Stock Photo

RM2S8NC6M–A Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, the American World War II fighter aircraft produced from 1941 through 1945. It was a successful high-altitude fighter, and it also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in a ground-attack role. It was also effective as a short-to-medium-range escort fighter in high-altitude air-to-air combat and ground attack in both the European and Pacific theaters. The P-47, one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II, noted for its firepower and its ability to resist battle damage and remain airworthy.

RM2CAAMWC–WWII BOEING B-29 Superfortress Bomber

The Westland Welkin was a British twin-engine heavy fighter from the Westland Aircraft Company, designed to fight at extremely high altitudes, in the stratosphere. First conceived in 1940, the plane was built in response to the arrival of modified Junkers Ju 86P bombers flying reconnaissance missions, which suggested the Luftwaffe might attempt to re-open the bombing of England from high altitude.The threat never materialised; consequently, Westland produced only a small number of Welkins and few of these flew. Stock Photo

RM2Y5G1YD–The Westland Welkin was a British twin-engine heavy fighter from the Westland Aircraft Company, designed to fight at extremely high altitudes, in the stratosphere. First conceived in 1940, the plane was built in response to the arrival of modified Junkers Ju 86P bombers flying reconnaissance missions, which suggested the Luftwaffe might attempt to re-open the bombing of England from high altitude.The threat never materialised; consequently, Westland produced only a small number of Welkins and few of these flew.

RM2WW0RKN–The Vulcan Bomber

US USAF United States Airforce B1-B Lancer Bomber airplane in sun with blue sky causing sillouette killing machine Stock Photo

RMAGBG2M–US USAF United States Airforce B1-B Lancer Bomber airplane in sun with blue sky causing sillouette killing machine

Air intake on an RAF Vulcan Bomber. Stock Photo

RM2Y8DMDK–Air intake on an RAF Vulcan Bomber.

RFDB212J–Avro Vulcan jet bomber

State of the art nuclear strategic bomber flying at high altitude Stock Photo

RMKDB6X5–State of the art nuclear strategic bomber flying at high altitude

RM2XAK19T–British Avro Lancaster heavy four engine bomber taxying at east Kirkby, Lincolnshire.

RM2JG7JFY–Women workers install fixtures and assemblies to a tail fuselage section of a B-17F bomber at the Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach, Calif. Better known as the "Flying Fortress," the B-17F is a later model of the B-17 which distinguished itself in action in the South Pacific, over Germany and elsewhere. It is a long range, high altitude heavy bomber, with a crew of seven to nine men, and with armament sufficient to defend itself on daylight missions.

Northrop Grumman B2 Stealth Bomber Stock Photo

RF2A2N22Y–Northrop Grumman B2 Stealth Bomber

RMPCYNMX–The Vulcan Bomber XH558 Cold War delta wing jet in mid-flight during its last year of flight at Headcorn Aerodrome

RM2BMDNTA–St. Louis, Missouri / USA - May 8th, 2020: B-2 Stealth Bomber Flies though blues sky over St. Louis to salute essential workers. The flyover route started in Camdenton, then Cape Girardeau, St. Louis, Columbia, Jefferson City, and then lastly in Springfield.

U.S. Army E3 Terminal High Altitude Area Defense soldiers brief deployed Bomber Task Force U.S. Airmen, on components of the THAAD anti-ballistic missile defense system during a tour on North West Field at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 12, 2021. The THAAD mission is to protect the homeland, deployed military forces, friends, and allies from short, medium, and intermediate range ballistic missiles. The BTF was deployed to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility to meet Pacific Air Forces training objectives. As the Air Component USINDOPACOM, Pacific Air Forces integrates joint Stock Photo

RM2GKK5R8–U.S. Army E3 Terminal High Altitude Area Defense soldiers brief deployed Bomber Task Force U.S. Airmen, on components of the THAAD anti-ballistic missile defense system during a tour on North West Field at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 12, 2021. The THAAD mission is to protect the homeland, deployed military forces, friends, and allies from short, medium, and intermediate range ballistic missiles. The BTF was deployed to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility to meet Pacific Air Forces training objectives. As the Air Component USINDOPACOM, Pacific Air Forces integrates joint

Tail gun turret of Avro Lancaster bomber in flight Stock Photo

RMA3JWX6–Tail gun turret of Avro Lancaster bomber in flight

A Camouflaged Twin Engine Supersonic swept wingedJet Fighter Bomber with pilot in ejector seat Climbing Steeply against a Blue Sky Background Stock Vector

RFMN9HER–A Camouflaged Twin Engine Supersonic swept wingedJet Fighter Bomber with pilot in ejector seat Climbing Steeply against a Blue Sky Background

RMCECWB6–Convair B-58 Hustler supersonic jet bomber at the Pima Air Museum

RME6TB9M–English Electric Canberra flying over Dawlish

Newsman David Hartman is assisted with his equipment prior to entering high altitude chamber training for a B-1 bomber flight. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA) Stock Photo

RM2M7XFRJ–Newsman David Hartman is assisted with his equipment prior to entering high altitude chamber training for a B-1 bomber flight. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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