Near Tucson in the state of Arizona, USA, lies an expansive field filled with thousands of old airplanes, known as the world's largest aircraft graveyard. Here, around 4500 airplanes and 40 spacecraft stand idle, with a combined value exceeding $35 billion (approximately 290 trillion rupees).
The air here is incredibly dry, with minimal rainfall, preventing metal airplanes from corrosion over time.
The ground is flat and firm, allowing new arrivals to simply park upon reaching their resting spot.
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Not all planes here await disposal. Several activities thrive...
Some old planes are repaired and flown again.
Parts from some are salvaged and used in other aircraft.
Numerous planes are sold affordably to allied countries of the U.S.
Only severely aged or fully wrecked planes are scrapped.
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An average of 400 newly retired airplanes land here each year, while a similar number are sold or re-purposed, transforming this 'graveyard' into a bustling business. It's said for every $1 spent, the operation earns $11 in return.
The entire site is under military surveillance, preventing unauthorized entry. Capturing images from satellites is challenging as the U.S. regards it as proprietary property.
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Using Google Maps to search for Davis-Monthan Air Force Base or The Boneyard Tucson reveals a breathtaking scene from above as thousands of planes appear scattered, reminiscent of a child's playset spread carelessly across a playground.
