Kelly Verdeck Photography

Photo Friday: Betty Jane

// January 27th, 2012 // Photos

It’s contradictory of me that I despise the effects of war, but I love the machinery of it. I’ve always had a fascination with aircraft in particular, especially military aircraft, and especially vintage military aircraft. So I couldn’t pass up the chance to visit with a few World War II-era planes that were passing through the area this week. This shot is up close and personal with Betty Jane, a beautiful P-51C Mustang. She belongs to the Collings Foundation, who fly some of their airworthy collection to small airports around the country on their Wings of Freedom tour. They do good work, keeping these beautiful old ladies flying and bringing a bit of history to people all over.