Name: Blue Angels Solo Pilot #5 with Wingtip Vortices F/A-18 Super Hornet Metal Print
Brand: Choice Wildlife & Landscape Photography
Price: 54.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Museum-Grade Metal Print | Archival Dye Sublimation on Aluminum

Perfect for large statement pieces up to 48Ã—72, including outdoor-ready metal prints designed for patios, pool areas, and coastal environments.

This fine art aviation photograph captures a Blue Angels F/A-18 Super Hornet Solo Pilot (#5) generating visible wingtip vortices during a high-speed maneuver over the Florida coastline. The dramatic vapor forming across the wings is caused by pressure changes in humid air, revealing the invisible forces of lift, speed, and precision flight.

Photographed in ideal coastal conditions, the condensation creates a smooth vapor envelope around the aircraft, highlighting both aerodynamic performance and pilot control. The clean blue sky background isolates the jet, allowing the structure, markings, and motion of the aircraft to stand out with exceptional clarity.

This image is designed for large-format metal prints, where the deep blues, sharp aircraft detail, and soft vapor gradients produce a bold, modern presentation. It is ideal for aviation enthusiasts, military aircraft collectors, and anyone drawn to high-performance flight and precision flying.

Perfect for display in offices, homes, or aviation-themed spaces, this Blue Angels print combines technical excellence with visual impact.

Where Instinct Meets Choice.

Mount Options

Box Mount

Best for: Smaller prints and simple, easy hanging.

The Box Mount is an excellent option for smaller metal prints (under 20" × 30"). Made entirely from aluminum, it provides a clean, rigid backing that floats your print ¾" off the wall for a subtle, modern shadow effect.

Installs with a single nail — minimalist, easy, and clean.

Frame Mount

Best for: Medium and large prints with a clean floating effect.

The Frame Mount uses an inset aluminum frame that sits 2" inside the edges, creating a professional floating look with no visible hardware.

Includes cleat, screws, and bubble level for perfect hanging.

Tuxedo Mount

Best for: A refined black-on-black gallery presentation.

Adds a ¼" black polystyrene backing and a ¾" black frame — elegant, protective, and built for collectors or gallery display.

Edge Mount

Best for: A bold, contemporary profile with a luxury feel.

A sleek 1.3" thick mount that brings the print flush to the edge for a dramatic gallery-style look.

Includes cleat, screws, and level — strong and simple to install.

Metal Print Surface Options

Choose the surface that best matches how and where you’ll display your fine art metal print.

White Gloss

Our most popular surface. A bright white base with a high-gloss finish that delivers maximum color depth, contrast, and detail. Perfect for bold wildlife and landscapes where you want the image to really pop.

White Matte

The same bright white base as White Gloss, but with a soft, non-reflective finish. Ideal for bright rooms, spaces with lots of windows, or clients who prefer a more understated, elegant look with minimal glare.

Silver Gloss

Printed directly onto a raw aluminum base with no white layer, allowing the metal to shine through the highlights. The glossy finish adds shimmer and depth, especially in bright areas of the image, for a dramatic metallic effect.

Silver Matte

The same metallic base as Silver Gloss, but with a matte finish that softens reflections. Great for more subtle, atmospheric images where you want the metallic look without strong glare.

White Gloss EXT

An outdoor-rated white gloss surface designed for more demanding environments. Ideal for covered patios, lanais, high-humidity spaces, or commercial settings where extra durability and protection are important.