Growler at Sunset

The Growler (upper right) had just taken off from NAS Whidbey when I was at Joseph Whidbey State Park to catch the sunset earlier this year. The jet was a contrast to the tug (lower left) slowly plodding along.

Growler at Sunset

A Growler from WAS Whidbey began a night flight just after sunset. I was at Joseph Whidbey State Park on the west side of Whidbey Island.

Mt. Baker Steam

Jets from NAS Whidbey do a practice run by Mt. Baker, which actually was letting of some steam yesterday, near the peak.

Mt. Baker

Growlers from NAS Whidbey Island practice "touch and go" landings with Mt. Baker as a back drop.  (Yes, that dot is a navy jet.)  Mt. Baker is finally losing its winter coat.

Intruder & Prowler Welcome

I was out before dawn this morning to capture the welcome to the city of Oak Harbor and NAS Whidbey Island. The Intruder (on the left) is no longer flying and the Prowler (right) is on its way out. These two airplanes leave many memories for Whidbey Islanders.