Caravelle Collection

Sud Aviation Caravelle wing box structure. Diagram from: European Aeronautical Congress report Caravelle Wing Aerodynamics by Jacques Lecarme

Caravelle Jets
Three Societa Aerea Mediterranea Caravelle Jets being refuelled at London Gatwick Airport

Battle of Lepante (Lepanto), 1571
LSE4095885 Battle of Lepante (Lepanto), 1571.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Lepante (Lepanto), 1571.); Photo © Leonard de Selva.

Sud-Aviation Caravelle VII F-BJAO - Caravelle Santa Maria
Sud-Aviation Caravelle VII F-BJAO / N420GE (msn 042) Caravelle Santa MariaThis was a Caravelle Series III (c/n 042) that was purchased by General Electric

USA, Missouri, The Ozarks, Branson, Caravelle Theater

Sud-Aviation SE. 210 Caravelle 10B-3 OH-LSG
Sud-Aviation SE.210 Caravelle 10B-3 OH-LSG (msn 169), of Finnair, at Amsterdam-Schiphol Airport in January 1970. Date: 1970

Sud-Aviation SE. 210 Caravelle III F-BHRZ
Sud-Aviation SE.210 Caravelle III F-BHRZ (msn 52), of Air Inter, at Palma Airport in June 1972. Date: 1972

Sud Aviation SE-210 Caravelle III F-RAFG - 141 (msn 141), at the Musee de l'air et de l'espace, Le Bourget, near Paris. Date: circa 1990

Sud Aviation SE-210 Caravelle 10B1R 201
Armee de l'Air - Sud Aviation SE-210 Caravelle 10B1R 201, of Escadron de Transport 03.060. (Armee de l'Air - French Air Force) Date: circa 1985

Sud SE-210 Super Caravelle 12 F-GCVK (msn 276), of Air Inter, Date: circa 1990

Sud SE-210 Caravelle VI-N OO-SRF (msn 76), of SABENA at London Heathrow Airport. (SABENA - Societe Anonyme Belge d'Exploitation de la Navigation Aerien) Date: circa 1976

Sud Aviation SE-210 Caravelle 10B3 F-GHMU (msn 249), at the Ailes Anciennes Toulouse Museum, in November 1998. Date: 1998

Departure of the Santa Maria, the Pinta and the Nina from Palos in 1492 (oil on canvas)
IND171548 Departure of the Santa Maria, the Pinta and the Nina from Palos in 1492 (oil on canvas) by Bejarano, Antonio Cabral (1788-1861); Monastery of La Rabida, Huelva, Andalusia

Christopher Columbus in America (painting project on the ceiling). 1492
JLJ4594687 Christopher Columbus in America (painting project on the ceiling). 1492. Painting by Jean Francois De Troy (1679-1752), 18th century

Columbuss Santa Maria
LLM454433 Columbuss Santa Maria by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Columbuss Santa Maria. Illustration for Cristobal Colon by Conde Roselly de Lorgues)

Caravel of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) (model) (wood) (b / w photo)
XIR239506 Caravel of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) (model) (wood) (b/w photo) by French School; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Armee de l Air - Sud-Aviation SE. 121 Caravelle F-RAFG
Armee de l Air (French Air Force) - Sud-Aviation SE.121 Caravelle F-RAFG (msn 141) of Commandement du Transport Aerien Militaire, in use as a VIP Transport for President Charles de Gaulle

Armee de l Air - Sud Aviation SE. 210 Caravelle - SE. 210-141
Armee de l Air - Sud Aviation SE.210 Caravelle (msn SE.210-141) Date: circa 1970

Sud-Aviation SE210 Caravelle second prototype, F-BHHI

Sud-Aviation Caravelle production

Flying Fish Meet in the Torrid Zone, from Americae Tertia Pars
XIR135324 Flying Fish Meet in the Torrid Zone, from Americae Tertia Pars... (coloured engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes

15th Century Carrack
A sailing ship known as a carrack with its three masts, crows nests and anchor

Sud-Aviation SE210 01 Caravelle of SAS

Sud-Aviation SE210 Super Caravelle 10B3, YK-AFA, of Syri?
Sud-Aviation SE210 Super Caravelle 10B3, YK-AFA, of Syrian Arab Airlines

Sud-Aviation SE210 01 Caravelle

SNCASE later Sud-Aviation SE210 Caravelle production

SNCASE later Sud-Aviation SE210 Caravelle first prototyp?
SNCASE later Sud-Aviation SE210 Caravelle first prototype, F-WHHH

Fol. 36v A Caravel, from Cosmographie Universelle, 1555 (w / c on paper)
XIR239921 Fol.36v A Caravel, from Cosmographie Universelle, 1555 (w/c on paper) by Le Testu, Guillaume (c.1509-73); Min. Defense - Service Historique de l Armee de Terre, France; French

Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) on board his caravel, discovering America (engraving)
XIR215538 Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) on board his caravel, discovering America (engraving) (b/w photo) by Straet, Jan van der (Joannes Stradanus) (1523-1605) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale

Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) receiving gifts from the cacique, Guacanagari, in Hispaniola
XIR190238 Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) receiving gifts from the cacique, Guacanagari, in Hispaniola (Haiti) from Americae Tertia Pars IV, 1594 (engraving) (b/w photo) (see also 111006) by Bry

Departure of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) from Palos, detail of the central group
XIR177995 Departure of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) from Palos, detail of the central group (oil on canvas) (see also 161069) by Spanish School, (19th century); Monastery of La Rabida, Huelva

F. 41v A Caravel, detail from Cosmographie Universelle, 1555 (w / c on paper)
XIR162316 F.41v A Caravel, detail from Cosmographie Universelle, 1555 (w/c on paper) by Le Testu, Guillaume (c.1509-73); Min

Sud Aviation Caravelle

Gatwick Airport in May 1972 showing Comets, One-Elevens, a Caravelle and a 707. Date: 1972

Sud Aviation Caravelle 11R in Air Afrique markings with cargo door open

Sud Aviation Caravelle 11R F-WJAL in Air Afrique markings
Sud Aviation Caravelle 11R, F-WJAL, in Air Afrique markings

Sud Aviation Caravelle in flight in Air France markings

Sud Aviation Caravelle first prototype F-BHHH
Sud Aviation Caravelle first prototype, F-BHHH

St Elmos fire. Historical artwork of St Elmos fire glowing from the tops of a ships masts. St Elmos fire is a continuous electrical discharge that occurs towards the end of thunderstorms

Columbuss ship the Santa Maria. The Santa Maria was the Italian explorer Christopher Columbuss (1451-1506) flagship during his voyages that discovered the New World

Airport scene with Caravelle jet
Scene at an airport with a Caravelle jet on the runway, with nine small aeroplanes flying in formation overhead. The jet bears the name of the Italian airline, Societa Aerea Mediterranea

Santa Maria replica, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
A replica of Christopher Columbus caravelle, the Santa Maria, sailing off the coast near Funchal, Madeira, with tourists on board

Caravelle Jet
Passengers boarding a Caravelle Jet, run by Air France for short-haul flights, Gatwick Airport, Surrey, England

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The Caravelle, a legendary aircraft known for its innovative design and impressive performance. From the Sud Aviation Caravelle wing box structure to the sleek Caravelle Jets, this aircraft has left an indelible mark in aviation history. One notable model is the Sud-Aviation SE. 210 Caravelle 10B-3 OH-LSG, showcasing its elegance and power in every flight. Another iconic variant is the Sud-Aviation SE. 210 Caravelle III F-BHRZ, a true symbol of French engineering excellence. Let's not forget about the Sud Aviation SE-210 Caravelle III F-RAFG - 141, which stands tall as a testament to technological advancements in aviation. The Sud Aviation SE-210 Caravelle 10B1R 201 also deserves recognition for its remarkable capabilities. For those seeking luxury travel experiences, the Sud SE-210 Super Caravelle 12 F-GCVK offers unparalleled comfort and style. Meanwhile, the Sud SE-210 Caravelle VI-N OO-SRF takes pride in being an epitome of reliability and efficiency. Beyond aviation enthusiasts' fascination lies another gem: Branson's very own Caravelle Theater nestled amidst Missouri's picturesque Ozarks region. A place where entertainment meets nostalgia. As we delve into history, let us remember that even before these magnificent planes took to the skies, caravels like Santa Maria, Pinta, and Nina embarked on their historic journey from Palos in 1492—an event immortalized on canvas forever. Whether it be exploring cutting-edge wing box structures or relishing captivating performances at Branson's theater—Caravalle remains synonymous with innovation and adventure throughout time.