July 1, 2009

Bone Yard

The Bone Yard near Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona

For those of you that have never seen this, it is something to see.  The precision in the way they position is impressive.

Bone Yard

It's difficult to comprehend the size of the 'Bone yard' and the number of aircraft stored there Of course the important thing to remember is that they are all  capable of bein g returned to service if the need ever arises.

Bone Yard

If you are ever in the Tucson area, the weekly tours of the bone yard are available through the Tucson Air Museum, located just south of Davis Monthan AFB.

Bone Yard

Both the museum and the bone yard are very popular attractions in the Arizona desert . It is difficult to comprehend the number of military aircraft in dead storage until you see these photographs!

Bone Yard

Even if you have seen this before, look again. The 3rd largest Air Force in the world is sitting on the ground here. It's the only unit in the U.S. Air Force that actually makes money.

Bone Yard

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