Aviation in Profile Series Magazine

31 October, 2025

The colours and markings worn by aircraft have been a source of fascination for aviation enthusiasts and modellers since the dawn of aviation itself. Camouflage patterns, national insignia, unit markings, nose art and even streaks of oil and dirt can reveal everything about an aircraft – from the air force flying it to its operational role, theatre of service and even the identity of its pilot. Every issue of Aviation in Profile, published quarterly, features more than 150 highly detailed and expertly-drawn profile artworks depicting famous and noteworthy aircraft from a particular air force, conflict, time period or nationality. Whether it be jet fighters of the USAF, piston engine fighters of the RAF, bombers of the Luftwaffe, French combat aircraft or aerobatic display teams, Aviation in Profile offers a wealth of incredible artworks to marvel at. Alongside the art can be found full aircraft development histories, as well as detailed captions explaining the background of each airframe depicted – where and when they served, the unit or company to which they belonged, the pilot or crew who flew them and more. For aircraft modellers, the collectable Aviation in Profile series will prove a valuable source of inspiration with each issue offering a wide variety of liveries and colour schemes to consider. For aviation history enthusiasts, the series provides a fascinating look at how each aircraft type was developed from drawing board to the end of its service career.