The Snapshots in Time Collection

Cliff Hyde Flying Service Flight Line at Midday, 'Noon Takeoff Period'

Cliff Hyde Flying Service Flight Line at Midday, 'Noon Takeoff Period'

Labeled 'Noon Takeoff Period,' this photograph captures the flight line at Cliff Hyde Flying Service, a civilian fixed-base operator whose hangar advertised student instruction, aircraft repair, and pleasure rides. During World War II, many such privately owned flight schools were contracted by the Navy to provide primary and elimination flight training for V-5 Naval Aviation Cadets, using light civilian trainers alongside their regular commercial operations. Project: 218579