Nose Art and Names: Personalizing Our Aircraft - More Than Warbirds

By Carmelo Turdo

Nose art and dedications on aircraft are found outside of the warbird community, and finding examples around your local airport or fly-in is a rewarding experience. Some are subtle, and some are garish, but all are interesting and add to the folklore of aviation. Here is a look at various aircraft found in the St. Louis area over the last several years, displaying an array of different names and artwork.