Payerne Collection

Swiss Air Force - Pilatus PC-6/B2-H2M Turbo Porter V-623 (msn 649), of lTsT7, at Payerne Air Base. (German: Schweizer Luftwaffe; French: Forces aeriennes suisses; Italian)

de Havilland DH. 100 Vampire FB. 6 HB-RVE (msn 636, ex Swiss AF J-1082) Date: circa 2010
de Havilland DH.100 Vampire FB.6 HB-RVE (msn 636, ex Swiss AF J-1082) Date: circa 2010

Dr Antoine Prosper Payernes 19th century submarine steamboat
2662543 Dr Antoine Prosper Payernes 19th century submarine steamboat, termed a A PyrhydrostatA, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (engraving) by French School

MB-339A / PAN of the Frecce Tricolori Italian aerobatic team
MB-339A/PAN of the Pattuglia Acrobatica Nazionale (National Aerobatic Patrol) Frecce Tricolori

Close-up view of the jet engine on an Italian Air Force KC-767A Tanker

Swiss Air Force F-18C Hornet used for Air Policing, scrambles from Payerne Air Base, Payerne, Switzerland

F-5 Tiger II aircraft of Patrouille Swuisse demonstrate the calypso pass
F-5 Tiger II aircraft of the Patrouille Suisse aerobatic team, demonstrate the calypso pass during the AIR14 air show in Payerne, Switzerland

AS332M1 Super Puma helicopter of the Swiss Air Force in flight over Switzerland

Pilot waves from the cockpit of an F-5E Tiger II plane of the Patrouille Suisse aerobatic team

The United Arab Emirates Al Fursan aerobatic team perform demonstrations in their MB-339 aircraft at the AIR14 air show in Payerne, Switzerland

An F-5E Tiger II aircraft of the Patrouille Suisse aerobatic team

Close-up view of the nose cone of an Italian Air Force KC-767A Tanker

Switzerland - Payerne (Vaud) - Institution Jomini (a private finishing school). Date: circa 1910s

Sub / France / Payerne
Pyrhydrostat - submarine by Dr Payerne

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Payerne, a small town in Switzerland, is not just known for its picturesque landscapes and charming streets. It holds a significant place in the world of aviation and military history. At Payerne Air Base, the Swiss Air Force showcases its prowess with impressive aircraft like the Pilatus PC-6/B2-H2M Turbo Porter V-623. This versatile plane has been an integral part of their fleet since around 2000. Speaking of historical aircraft, the de Havilland DH. 100 Vampire FB. 6 HB-RVE takes us back to circa 2010 when it was still serving in the Swiss Air Force as J-1082. Its sleek design and powerful performance were truly remarkable. But Payerne's connection to aviation goes beyond modern jets; it even reaches back to the 19th century with Dr Antoine Prosper Payernes' submarine steamboat invention. His pioneering spirit laid the foundation for future innovations in maritime technology. The skies above they have also witnessed breathtaking aerobatic displays by renowned teams like Frecce Tricolori from Italy and Patrouille Suisse from Switzerland. Their MB-339A/PAN planes gracefully dance through the air, leaving spectators awestruck. Not only do these aerial performances captivate audiences, but they also highlight advanced machinery such as Italian Air Force KC-767A Tanker's jet engine or Swiss Air Force F-18C Hornet used for air policing missions. In addition to fighter jets, helicopters play a vital role in military operations too. The AS332M1 Super Puma helicopter is one such example that demonstrates Swiss Air Force's commitment to excellence and efficiency. Amidst all this adrenaline-pumping action, we cannot forget about those who make it possible – skilled pilots who fearlessly take control of their F-5E Tiger II aircraft or wave from their cockpit with pride. Payerne isn't limited to Swiss aviation alone.