The Desert’s Parking Lot
From the sky, the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base looks like a neatly arranged collection of toy planes spread across the Arizona desert. But these aren’t toys—they’re retired military aircraft, many of which played vital roles in pivotal moments of history. Known as the “Boneyard,” this is the final resting place for thousands of planes, including those from World War II.
The drone’s perspective makes the powerful machines appear almost delicate, a visual contrast to their intense history. While grounded for good, these aircraft are a quiet reminder of the past. Let’s hope they stay that way—this lineup doesn’t need a sequel in the skies.
