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The Pilot Takes A Break
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I have my doubts whether this is an appropriate one for 'Manic Monday'. I'll explain to you why I've these doubts: I've tried to fool you by the title of this post.

Please don't however be fooled by my title, as I was just kidding, because this 80 years old 'De Havilland DH 82A Tiger Moth II' is a two seater biplane which can be flown by a pilot without the assistance of a co-pilot. The pilot has taken the, here not visible, backseat.

This plane was registered on May 23th 1935. The 'Brooklands Aviation Ltd' was the first company who has used this plane for the training of pilots for the Royal Air Force. It was during WWII stationed at Sywell Aerodrome, 5 nautical miles (9.3 km or 5.8 mi) northeast of Northampton, England.

Image was taken near Zeeland Airport, The Netherlands.

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::tigger3
09/14/15 3:03 AM GMT
Excellent post, and well written narrative, Mr. C.
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.Dunstickin
09/14/15 6:17 AM GMT
I like your story behind it mate!..

A good clear capture with excellent camera-work

You also caught a great depth here too
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::Ramad
09/14/15 6:49 AM GMT
An excellent shot of the plane with sharp focus and nice colours Cornelius. Also thanks for the information.
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Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors.
::biffobear
09/14/15 9:06 AM GMT
These have a great profile fine aircraft well taken..R.
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.GIGIBL
09/14/15 9:28 AM GMT
Great shot of the plane Cornelius very well captured.
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::Jimbobedsel
09/14/15 1:53 PM GMT
This works great for Mx2. Mr. C. If anyone looks at this without reading your narrative, they will have to give a shout of Oh My Gosh!...and even looking at it after reading the narrative, they will have to chuckle as I did. Excellent photography and a wonderful presentation. Outstanding color and clarity. Well done, Sir!
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::trixxie17
09/14/15 3:44 PM GMT
Sly title here Mr. C. - I think it is good for MM and of course an excellent capture!
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.gizmo1
09/14/15 7:02 PM GMT
Wow love this capture and the detail in the plane is superb I love the light that gives a shine on the planes body and the colours lovely and natural .Plus thanks for the history behind this lovely looking air craft too.
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.susanlynn
09/14/15 7:34 PM GMT
A great capture Mr C - it does look pilotless. A wonderful shot of this beautiful little fixed wing.
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.CDHale
09/14/15 8:58 PM GMT
Whew! Scared me there, lol. Brilliant photograph Mr. C.
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.icedancer
09/15/15 2:02 AM GMT
I think this is a great Manic Monday, it really does look like there is no pilot. Excellent action shot, really like the history of this wonderful old plane.
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::Constance52347
09/16/15 6:39 AM GMT
Great find and excellent capture!
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::luckyshot
09/20/15 12:15 AM GMT
Exceptional stop action - with outstanding color, crisp detail, and composition.
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If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn't need to lug around a camera. ~Lewis Hine The Earth without art is just 'eh'.
::luckyshot
09/20/15 12:15 AM GMT
Exceptional stop action - with outstanding color, crisp detail, and composition.
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If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn't need to lug around a camera. ~Lewis Hine The Earth without art is just 'eh'.

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