Cassidy Cristello

Living in Tucson, Arizona, Cassidy Cristello first began his aviation journey at a young age with frequent trips to the Pima Air & Space Museum. He stepped up his passion with his introduction to aviation photography in early 2022 and has since accumulated more than fifteen hours of flying time in GA aircraft. Cassidy looks to one day flying in the military and has taken photos for many different organizations including the Yuma Millionair FBO and various private clients. In his free time, Cassidy pays frequent visits to local airports in Southern Arizona and spending time with family and friends.

Endangered Species: The de Havilland Canada DHC-4 Caribou

Discover the enduring legacy of the de Havilland DHC-4 Caribou in Cassidy Cristello’s deep dive…

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Wings in the Wasteland: The Forgotten Warbirds of Gila River Memorial Airfield

An abandoned World War II-era airfield outside Phoenix is home to a haunting collection of…

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The Convair XC-99: A Forgotten Giant at Davis-Monthan AFB

The XC-99, a colossal and largely forgotten aircraft, sits in storage at Davis-Monthan AFB, awaiting…

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WWII-Era C-54 Skymasters Abandoned at Small Arizona Airport

Boneyard outside of Tucson includes the remains of four former-US Navy and firefighting Skymasters.

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