The image is a black and white photograph of an old biplane flying over a city. The biplane is in the center of the image, with its wings spread wide and its nose pointing upwards. It appears to be a single-engine, single-seat aircraft with a pointed nose and two propellers on either side. The body of the biplane has a large propeller at the front and two smaller propellers at the back. The aircraft is flying over the city, with buildings and roads visible below. In the background, there is a tall tower, possibly the Washington Monument, and a body of water. The sky is overcast and the overall mood of the photograph is somber.