Historical Archive

1956 American Flight SERIES B ORTHOPHOTO VIEWER

Discover how Spain looked 70 years ago. Compare the high-resolution 1956-1957 aerial survey with modern satellite imagery.

The 1956 Series B Flight: A Giant Leap in Cartography

The 1956 American Flight (known as the "Series B" survey) represents the most important historical geospatial dataset for the Iberian Peninsula. Carried out by the United States Air Force (USAF) in collaboration with the Spanish Army, this survey captured the entire territory in unprecedented detail.

Technical Specifications

Period 1956 - 1957
Scale Approx. 1:33,000
Agency USAF / CEGET
Output Panchromatic (B/W)

Historical Utility

This viewer is essential for archaeologists identifying lost structures, environmentalists studying coastal erosion, and legal professionals verifying historical land boundaries and rural constructions.

Regional Archives & Coverage

While the flight covered the whole of Spain, certain regions have higher density data or special historical significance due to urban development since the late 50s.

Galicia Rural structure analysis
Andalucia Agricultural transformation
Valencia Coastal dev history
Extremadura Dehesa preservation

How to use the Historic Viewer

The interactive map allows you to swipe between the 1956 Orthophoto and the modern satellite view. This "before and after" effect is powerful for identifying changes in the landscape over the last 70 years.

  • Search by Location: Use the top search bar to find specific coordinates or municipalities.
  • Comparison Tool: Drag the center slider to transition between historical and current imagery.
  • Print & Export: Generate high-quality snapshots for technical reports.

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