Rare Bird

[William Malacarne]

Taken at: Brackett Field, La Verne, Calif
Camera: Canon 5D MKII 5
Lens: Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM
Time: 9/01/09 @ 17:49:06
Focal length: 400 mm
Exposure Program: AV
ISO: 800
Shutter: 1/200 sec.
F stop: f/11.0
Exposure Bias: 0
Metering Mode: Partial

Many sitings over So Calif in the last few weeks.

Erickson Air-Crane used to be the Sikorsky S-64
Twin engine with each developing at least 4500 hp.
Rotor is 72 feet in length.
Carries 2650 Gallons of water or retardant.

Bill

[Alfred Forns]

No only rare but a good looking bird !!!

Would crop a little more from the top to tighten the image !

[Gus Cobos]

Good capture Will,
I like this bird...agree with Mr. Forns on the top crop...looking good...:cool:

[Lance Peters]

Rare bird - looking good- Keep them coming :)

[Thanaboon Jearkjirm]

Rare bird with vivid colors, sharp, and nice details.
Agree with the suggested crop and wish the head is turning toward you.