Consolidated PBV-1A Canso A, Catalina, Canadian Vickers, Reg. G-PBYA, Alternate Serial No. 433915, Serial No. CV-283, Display Paint: U.S. Air Force, Aircraft Name: Miss Pick Up, observation blisters, amphibious, close-up pilot view, air-to-air, UK Warbirds 2023

A Canadian Vickers PBV‑1A Canso A amphibious flying boat, registration G‑PBYA and serial CV‑283, painted in U.S. Air Force livery with the name on the nose. This aircraft features twin radial engines, high parasol wing, retractable landing gear, hull floats, and observation blisters for improved crew visibility. The air-to-air close-up pilot view highlights cockpit structure, wing roots, and hull design. Photographed at UK Warbirds 2023, the aircraft demonstrates maritime patrol and reconnaissance heritage along with amphibious operational capability.