Three Arado 555, head home before darkness.
Passing over fires started by an earlier wave of Arados.

Following the leader in an attempt to evade allied fighters.
Once the formation is broken up,
their ability to carry out an effective attack would be reduced.

The Arado 555 climbs.

Brand new. An aircrew fly their new Ar555-1 for the first time.
Late in the day, they hope they are least likely
to encounter marauding allied fighter groups.

Awaiting clearance for final approach.

The Arado 555 caught in the sunrise.
Somewhere over the North Atlantic.
Their range and speed would have enabled a quick response
to the detection of shipping targets.

Amongst the clouds.