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Today in Aviation History: The first CL-41 Tutor Entered RCAF Service

This turbojet-powered, low-wing aircraft with a tricycle undercarriage made its mark as a trainer and demonstration platform. […]
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Bomber Aircraft: Avro Vulcan

The Avro Vulcan’s delta-wing design turned out to be revolutionary for its time. The first prototypes included the Avro 707, which tested the aerodynamic properties of the delta-wing concept. […]
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Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star from Seattle Arrives At March Field Air Museum

After many years in storage, this former Navy F-80C will undergo restoration at the Riverside, California, museum. […]
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Today in Aviation History: First flight of the North American FJ-4 Fury

The final variant in the FJ series, this swept-wing carrier fighter-bomber saw service in the United States Navy and Marine Corps. […]
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The Pennington P-51 ‘Lucy Gal’ Tuskegee Flight Memorial (Part 1)

In this series, Austin Hancock tells the story of his effort to research and honor a local MIA Red Tail Tuskegee Airman. […]

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Moroccan MiG-17 Static Restoration Completed at the March Field Air Museum

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October 27, 2024 0

Restored to its original Moroccan colors, the Mig-17 has been installed in static display among the museums “row of MiGs.” […]

Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Messerschmitt Me 262A-1 White 25

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October 25, 2024 0

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history and historic military aircraft in particular. He has a particular penchant for documenting specific airframes with a highly detailed series […]

Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Beechcraft RC-45J Navigator #585

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October 18, 2024 0

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A Bristol Bulldog Biplane Fighter is Once Again in the Sky

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October 18, 2024 0

Master builder Ed Storo of Netarts, Oregon, has recreated this classic Royal Air Force fighter from the 1920s, wearing the colors of RAF No. 19 Squadron. […]

Overview of “Warbirds over the Beach” 2024 at the Military Aviation Museum

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October 17, 2024 2

From C-47s to a Bf 109, this year’s Warbirds Over The Beach Air Show brought out a stellar collection of warbird flypasts and demonstrations. […]

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B-17E “Desert Rat” Restoration Update – Winter 2024

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October 25, 2024 0

We checked in on the restoration of the rare B-17E “Desert Rat” currently being brought back to life by Mike Kellner and his team of volunteers in a hangar in Marengo, Illinois. […]

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The CAF Razorback Wing Takes on Vultee BT-13 Restoration Project

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October 22, 2024 0

Arkansas CAF unite plans to restore World War II-era basic trainer back to its original glory in the colors of local army flying school. […]

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How America’s Youth is Rebuilding a WWII B-25 Bomber

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October 21, 2024 2

A Michigan-based nonprofit restoring a salvaged B-25 has a long history of getting young people started on their aviation journeys. […]

The National Naval Aviation Museum Birdcage Corsair Goes on Display

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October 11, 2024 1

At the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida, the rare F4U-1 “Birdcage” Corsair was moved to the display area following a 14-year restoration. […]

A Chat with Vulture’s Row Aviation Owner Chuck Wahl

Warbird Restorations

October 4, 2024 0

Chuck Wahl’s Vulture’s Row Aviation has become a mini-production line for a number of exciting Corsair restorations […]

Discover WWII History at The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum This November

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October 26, 2024 0

Discover WWII History and Rare Artifacts at the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum’s November Events […]

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Bomber and Brews

After Dark: Bombers & Brews Take Center Stage At The National Museum of the United State Air Force on November 2

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October 24, 2024 0

The National Museum of the USAF comes alive in a new way as the doors open for this adults only soiree that features, food, music, aircraft to explore, presentations to enjoy, and all manner for fun for attendees. […]

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome to Host Night Photo Event on November 2

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October 23, 2024 0

On November 2nd, the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome will host a special night photo event, offering attendees a rare chance to photograph vintage aircraft in an extraordinary setting. […]

Valiant Air Command Welcomes MH-53E Sea Dragon Helicopter

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October 23, 2024 0

The Florida-based Valiant Air Command Museum has added the U.S. Navy’s massive MH-53E Sea Dragon to its collection. […]

Fashion Takes the Runway at The Museum of Flight On November 2

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October 20, 2024 0

The glamorous Fashion in Flight designer showcase will sparkle among exotic jets. […]

Buhl LA-1 Bull Pup at Oshkosh

Vintage Aviation

September 26, 2024 0

There is nothing quite like going to the Vintage Section at EAA Airventure Oshkosh and taking the time to appreciate a meticulously restored airplane from the 1920s or the 1930s that looks as though it […]

Cierva C.4 Autogyro Replica Flies Again in Spain

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September 25, 2024 0

The replica of the historic Cierva C.4 Autogiro has returned to flight. After sustaining damage in a previous incident, the dedicated team from the Centenario del Autogiro association meticulously rebuilt the aircraft, bringing it back to the skies. […]

World’s Only DC-3 on Floats Returns to the Skies

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September 19, 2024 9

After almost 20 years the world’s only DC-3 floatplane takes flight with HBF, Inc. recreating the XC-47 floatplane of USAAC trials during World War II. […]

Hollywood Bomber Targets Spring 2024 For Airworthiness

Progress Continues on Hollywood Bomber Beech 18 Restoration

Vintage Aviation

September 18, 2024 0

Significant progress was made last week on the restoration of the Hollywood Bomber Beech 18, with several critical tasks completed across different sections of the aircraft. […]

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Ford Trimotor Under Restoration at The Liberty Aviation Museum

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September 16, 2024 0

Ongoing Restoration Efforts at the Liberty Aviation Museum: Ford Trimotor Revitalization in Port Clinton, OH […]

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Today in Aviation History: The first CL-41 Tutor Entered RCAF Service

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October 29, 2024 0

This turbojet-powered, low-wing aircraft with a tricycle undercarriage made its mark as a trainer and demonstration platform. […]

Bomber Aircraft: Avro Vulcan

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October 29, 2024 0

The Avro Vulcan’s delta-wing design turned out to be revolutionary for its time. The first prototypes included the Avro 707, which tested the aerodynamic properties of the delta-wing concept. […]