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It's technical name is the Prandtl–Glauert singularity, aka a Vapor Cone. In casual terms, when the speed and humidity conditions are right, condensation can form around the shockwaves of air formed by the object in question and make them visible. But I digress; What matters is that when a plane creates a vapor cone, it's a moment that will make aviation enthusiasts hoot and holler and giggle like little kids. Even non-fans of aviation will blink and gawk and wonder what they heck it was that they just saw.

Such was the case during the demo of a VFA-122 Super Hornet. If the announcer was accurate, this plane was pushing a mind-boggling 700 mph during his fly by of the crowd. This was the only Vapor Cone of the day, and initially, I was disappointed about the sky conditions. But on closer inspection, I couldn't help but notice how the 'Rhino" just seemed to be exploding out from the gray overcast.

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...