Random Seaplanes, Flying Boats, And Other Things That Float And Fly thejivebombers Civil Aviation, Naval Aviation Post-war, Naval Aviation Pre-war, Naval Aviation WWII June 21, 2024 1 Minute The year: 1933. Battleship USS West Virginia sends off one of its observation aircraft, a Vought O3U A Ju 46 is fired towards shore from the catapult of the SS Europa. Martin PM-1 (A8300) of VP-9 at NAS San Diego. The warship is an Omaha-class light cruiser. Loening COA (24-8) while on a stopover at Bolling Field. Steak & eggs in a PBY. This view is looking aft from the galley compartment. PBY maintenance in the South Pacific. The aircraft belongs to one of the famous “Black Cat” squadrons. PBM-5 tied to the dock at NAS Patuxent River in 1947. Hanging out to dry is one of the canvas sea anchors that were deployed to assist in turning and braking. Share this: Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Like Loading... Related Published by thejivebombers View all posts by thejivebombers Published June 21, 2024