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In 2015 St. Barth island welcomed the Bucket Air Show second edition, a breathtaking air performance which stages many ancient planes used during World War II and commonl called ‘warbirds’. This collection comes directly from the United States in association with pilots from the Texas Flying Legends Museum and the Lewis Air Legends who both strive to honor the American past, values and freedom. Besides, this event is jointly with the Bucket Regatta which is a well-known nautical show that takes place every year on the island and during which the biggest and most beautiful sailboats gather.

 

During 3 days, hundreds of spectators are thus given the possibility to admire antique planes performing sensational parades in different parts of the island. St Barth airport however remains the place which offers the most impressive sight. Located in a steep descent between two hills in front of the ocean, Remy de Haenen airport is indeed famous for being one of the most dangerous in the world. Having the chance to gaze at planes dating back to World War II coming and going at top speed in this area then becomes an outstanding experience. Finally, pilots bring to a close the spectacle with an impressive and remarkable floor machine-gunning.

 

On this point, the photographer who found himself at the end of the runway told us he had been used as a target by the aviators so they could align at best. While glancing through the collection of photos, one can indeed realize that they have all been taken from the same angle, full-face.Taking pictures of such an event would then involve a certain amount of risks though highly productive since it resulted in spectacular images.

You can see the full serie on the photographer website: www.martinon.photography