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It is through the Herculean efforts of warbird enthusiasts that we are afforded the privledge of seeing some of the most historically significant aircraft take to the skies. The restoration process can be extremely difficult and lengthy, and the operating costs once it is returned to an airworthy status can be astronomical. Still, there are those who consider such an undertaking a labor of love, much to the benefit of a public who are thrilled to experience the sights and sounds of aircraft immortalized in history.

Such is the case of this P-40N-5 Warhawk, owned by Chris Prevost, throttling up for departure out of Sonoma Valley Airport. The very same type of WW2 fighter as those used by the famed Flying Tigers, S/N 42-105306 itself is a verified combat veteran with several kills to it's credit. I selected this shot specifically because of the impression of impending flight, which is special for such a rare aircraft. The many hours of effort and dollars to support it allow thi...

Aviation is a passion of mine... always has been. And photography is a means of sharing that passion with others. If I'm not flying a plane or sitting in one, then I'm likely training a lens towards it. While I've flown planes for only a fraction of my life, I've always considered myself a pilot. And pilots love sharing their experiences with others. It's easy to tell others how to takeoff, but only when I pass on that sense of joy that I feel of breaking Earth's surly bonds do most people understand why I love doing what I do. That's what I try to do with my photos. Besides proximity, I aim to convey a story or stir up the emotions within the viewer when they gaze upon my work. Here's hoping you enjoy your little stay in my...