Luke Air Force Base (LUF, KLUF)

[Tower Guy]

Thanks Jeff, I agree, I always like to include flight crew when able. It adds that human element to aviation. I was taking pictures on the flight line in the 310th Sq. for one of our troops getting a flight today.

[Scott Youmans]

Harvey, great image. Makes you realize how small the F-16 is. I can't believe the 300mm wasn't installed on your camera!  Is this a trend?

[Tower Guy]

I almost forgot how to change the lens Scott. This is all up close and personal shooting when these guys get their flights. I always share the shots with the pilots and they seem to appreciate them also.

[Tower Guy]

Tophats head out on another sortie from an ever diminishing ramp. by Harvey Brugger, on Flickr

[Tower Guy]

Pilot through the looking glass, or HUD. by Harvey Brugger, on Flickr

[Tower Guy]

Earned its star on 27 Dec 1992. by Harvey Brugger, on Flickr

[Tower Guy]

The sun is setting on the F-16 by Harvey Brugger, on Flickr

[Jeff D. Welker]

Your silhouette shots are always terrific Harvey and this is no exception. I especially like the reshaping of light and background you get through the canopy. Excellent work sir.

[Tower Guy]

Thanks for your kind remarks Jeff, I always look at the sharpness of the cockpit area in these shots and what is in the canopy. Thanks again.

[Tower Guy]

Late afternoon arrival, short final runway 3L. by Harvey Brugger, on Flickr

[Tower Guy]

A little afterburner would have been nice for a little extra light. by Harvey Brugger, on Flickr

[Tower Guy]

The burner shot I've been waiting for. by Harvey Brugger, on Flickr

[KeithS]

Very nice.  Especially with the landing light.

[Jeff D. Welker]

Darn cool photograph Harvey. I really like how the AB's heat is creating some neat visual warping of tones/colors.

[Tower Guy]

Thank you Keith, I was fortunate to be in a position to get this shot.



Thank you Jeff, I like the colors and heat effect on the lights also. I have to give lots of credit to this lens, it makes photography fun.