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, overhead view, aerial view, air-to-air, UK Warbirds 2023

Displayed at UK Warbirds 2023, the PBV-1A Canso A, or PBY Catalina, is an amphibious patrol bomber produced by Canadian Vickers. This aircraft, G-PBYA, serial CV-283, is named 'Miss Pick Up' and features U.S. Air Force display paint. It has twin Pratt & Whitney R-1830 radial engines, high-wing structure, observation blisters, and retractable landing gear for land and water. Images include pilot close-ups, overhead perspectives, and air-to-air photography illustrating maritime reconnaissance and patrol capabilities.