Minas Gerais Photographs, Page 14

The Brazilian Air Force maintenance personnel gathered beneath the island crane and rear anti-aircraft guns. Photo taken from starboard side looking aft. These photographs were taken between 14th and 16th August 1990.

Aircraft taxing into position in preparation for take-off.  Photo taken from starboard side looking aft.

Aircraft turning to line up on flight deck ready for take-off.  Photo taken from starboard side looking aft.

Aircraft lined up on flight deck awaiting take-off.  The sun highlights the deck landing apparatus.  Photo taken from starboard side looking aft.

Aircraft approaching the ship, just above the sun.  Photo taken from starboard side looking aft.

Aircraft making final approach for landing on.

Various Minas Gerais phone cards which can be used in telephone boxes around the country in Brazil.

Sergeant Luis Theisen (Brazilian Air Force) served aboard Minas Gerais from 28th September 1988 to 9th October 1996.

Luis Thiesen, back in civilian life, 2005.

With thanks to Sgt. Luis Thiesen (Brazilian Air Force - Minas Gerais) for these photographs & items.