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Flying the B-17 (Then and Now)
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Description"Pilot/Director Dodge's clever blending of WWII era Flight Operations footage, with footage captured aboard one of the 14 B-17s still flying today, is an absolute delight to watch. As educational as it is entertaining, this film is a must see for fans of the Flying Fortress and WWII aircraft in general!" B... |
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Historic WWII Bombers & Aviation Weaponry Films (1940s) ~ 3 DVD Collection
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DescriptionTable of Contents: (1) "Target for Today" explains the bombing runs the high fliers of World War II participated in and why they are necessary to win the war. Actual recordings from the Eighth Air Force and graphic scenes of bombs reigning down victory add a sense of tragedy with honor - 93 Minutes (2) "Japanese Paper Balloon" documents Japan's attempt to send hot air balloons holding bombs across the Pacific to rain down on the American people... |
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Combat America Deluxe Edition Featuring Hollywood Stars at War
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DescriptionSome of Hollywood's brightest stars joined the fight against Facism. Featured on this DVD are three original WWII documentary and training films, featuring Clark Gable, James Stewart, and the actor who became President, Ronald Reagan... |
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Combat Flight Simulator 3
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DescriptionAs a pilot in Microsoft Combat Flight Simulator 3, you fly in the historical framework of the tactical air war in northwest Europe starting in mid-1943, but there's a significant difference. The skill and perseverance you and your squadron or Staffel bring to each battle can alter the tactical situation and the timeline of the campaign... |
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12 O'Clock High
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DescriptionAfter the stunning defeat of the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain, Germany turns its mighty war machine towards Russia with hopes of defeating the great empire. Much to Hitler's dismay, his troops are held at bay by both an unforgiving winter and the stubborn battle-hardened Red Army... |
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Military Uniforms of WWII Wall Decals - Cpt 7th Airforce USAAF 48" Removable Wall Graphic
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DescriptionThese Cpt 7th Airforce USAAF Removable Wall Decals from our Military Uniforms of WWII (Hi-Res) Wall Stickers Collection are premium, custom-made wall graphics printed on Photo-Tex fabric. Each order is printed in-house and on demand, and customer satisfaction is 100% guaranteed with every purchase... |
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8th Air Force: American Heavy Bomber Groups in England 1942-1945
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DescriptionAmerica's strategy for complete victory over Nazi Germany called for the utter destruction of major its major industrial areas. These raids were carried out as early as 1942 by hundreds of heavy bombers from the US 8th Air Force, based in England... |
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Jungle Ace: The Story of One of the USAAF's Great Fighter Leaders, Col. Gerald R. Johnson (The Warriors)
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DescriptionThe brief but accomplished life of Army Air Forces fighter ace Gerald Johnson (1920â45) is the subject of John Bruningâs latest book. During three years in the Pacific theater, Johnson shot down twenty-four Japanese aircraft in 265 combat missions... |
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The Flying Greek: An Immigrant Fighter Ace's WWII Odyssey with the RAF, USAAF, and French Resistance
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DescriptionSteve N. Pisanosâs The Flying Greek is both the classic tale of an immigrantâs bond with America and an aerial adventure. When young Pisanos arrived in the U.S. in 1938, he worked, studied English, and learned to fly... |
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Rothco G.I. Pilots Survival Knife
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DescriptionSpecifications: Blade Detail: Plain Edge with Sawtooth Spine Blade Finish: Non-Reflective Zinc Phosphate Blade Length: 5.00" Blade Material: 1095 Carbon Steel Blade Thickness: .187" Carry System: Leather Sheath with Steel Backplate Handle Color: Brown Handle Material: Leather Overall Length: 9... |
The Military Heritage Of Stansted Airport
Stansted Airport is one of the four airports servicing the capital; currently it is in third position of the London airports and fourth in terms of the UK. It lies in the area of Uttlesford, a small and scenically beautiful district in the north of Essex. Today it is an airport that accommodates a large number of budget airlines flying predominantly to European destinations although in the last few years, flights to both the US and the Middle East have been available. Naturally, like many of the airports around the world, the Stansted terminal is filled with shops, restaurants and car hire desks. But how did Stansted arrive at its current position, what is the fascinating history behind this unique site?
As with most UK airports Stansted can trace its early beginnings at the outbreak of the Second World War. Although the Royal Air Force used the site, it was predominantly the home of American squadrons. When the site was selected it was decided that it would be named after the close by town of Stansted Mountfitchet, a town more renowned for its medieval history than its aerodrome. The USAAF used the site as a home for bombers from the middle of the war. The site itself was constructed by American military engineers; travellers can still see some of the original huts at the extremities of the site although the current buildings complete with car hire provisions, shops and cafes would be unrecognisable to the original planners.
The USAAF force used the site for sorties flown by the 344th Bombardment Group. This group used the massive B-26 Bombers meaning that Stansted had to have a considerable runway and apron to accommodate the large planes. These sorties bombed sites in France, Belgium and the Netherlands and were instrumental in assisting the Normandy landings. This meant pilots had to bomb many of the fuel depots and bridges in Normandy to halt the escape of the retreating German forces.
Even after the war the military uses for Stansted did not stop immediately. Straight after the war it was used as a prisoner of war camp as well as a depot for RAF aircraft and equipment. It was not until the sixties that the site became a civilian airport, being purchased by BAA in 1966. As a civilian airport however the site has excelled. As it was smaller than both Gatwick and Heathrow, Stansted could offer travellers cheaper flights, helping with the growth of the package holiday to many different European tourist spots. It was during this period that Stansted was officially sanctioned to be the capital's third major airport, although in recent years it seems as if transport ministers are not quite finished with the construction of the site.
Throughout the last decades of the twentieth century the terminal that now dominates the site was built. This terminal designed by renowned architect Sir Norman Foster is a modern, spacious and light building filled with car hire desks, shops, cafes and bars. Even though this terminal was large, it was expanded during the nineties to cope with increased passenger numbers. As well as the terminal building, Stansted has a large number of transport links to the capital and the rest of the country. By road the M11 motorway is a short distance away. A coach terminal allows travel to much of the country while the train station has regular trains to London as well as links to stations up the country such as Birmingham and Peterborough.
Due to the spacious apron space at the Stansted site it is the airport of choice whenever a terrorist situation arises. This is because planes can be landed and kept away from the terminal building. Subsequently Stansted has seen more incidents than expected for a site of its size. The most recent being in the February of 2000 when a Ariana Afghan Airlines plane was kept at the airport for four days while terrorists negotiated with police and members of the Special Forces.
Today the terrorist applications of Stansted give some respect to the site's military heritage. It is thanks to the needs of USAAF bombing squadrons and their B-26 bombers that the site is so large and ripe for expansion. Currently airport chiefs are vying for a second runway to further increase passenger numbers as well as trying to expand auxiliary services such as car hire provisions, shops, cafes and restaurants. If they succeed, Stansted may become the UK's second largest and busiest airport.
About the Author
Air travel expert Thomas Pretty looks into how car hire Stansted airport services have been instrumental in the site's development.
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