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National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force’s Author Talk: Eighth Air Force Technology

“Author Talk: Eighth Air Force Technology from WWII to the Cold War with Jeff Duford” at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force […]
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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: CAC Mustang N551D

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 [...]
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Grounded Dreams: Kawasaki Ki-64 “Rob”

Throughout aviation history, countless aircraft designs have sparked the imagination of engineers, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. Many of these innovative concepts, however, never made it past the drawing board or prototype stage. “Grounded Dreams: The [...]
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Experience the Thrill of a Fighter Pilot Adventure with Aero Legends’ Strikemaster Jet Flights

Take to the skies in an authentic ex-military jet and enjoy a ‘Top Gun’ adventure with the UK’s only CAA-approved vintage fighter jet experience provider, Aero Legends. […]
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The Museum Of Flight Offers A Delightful Day With The Droids On November 9

Meet the makers and their machines and spend time marveling at their workmanship at the R2-D2 Builders Club Expo […]

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National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force’s Author Talk: Eighth Air Force Technology

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November 6, 2024 0

“Author Talk: Eighth Air Force Technology from WWII to the Cold War with Jeff Duford” at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force […]

Randy’s Warbird Profiles: CAC Mustang N551D

Warbirds News

November 6, 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 […]

Experience the Thrill of a Fighter Pilot Adventure with Aero Legends’ Strikemaster Jet Flights

Warbirds News

November 6, 2024 0

Take to the skies in an authentic ex-military jet and enjoy a ‘Top Gun’ adventure with the UK’s only CAA-approved vintage fighter jet experience provider, Aero Legends. […]

Vulcan to the Sky Trust – Winter Update 2024

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November 5, 2024 0

Vulcan to the Sky recently released a newsletter detailing the organization’s progress and providing an update on the current status of Vulcan XH558. […]

Philippine Mars Begins Water Trials

Warbirds News

November 4, 2024 1

In April, the Pima Air and Space Museum announced its acquisition of the Philippine Mars. Since then, Coulson Aviation personnel have been preparing the aircraft for its ferry flight to Arizona. […]

Mid America Flight Museum Releases Update on B-17G ‘Thunderbird’

Warbird Restorations

November 4, 2024 0

The Fortress will receive a new color scheme and the name ‘We the People.’ […]

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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

Warbird Restorations

October 21, 2024 3

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

Warbird Restorations

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. […]

The Museum Of Flight Offers A Delightful Day With The Droids On November 9

Aviation Museum News

November 5, 2024 0

Meet the makers and their machines and spend time marveling at their workmanship at the R2-D2 Builders Club Expo […]

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CAF Airbase Georgia November Open House In Peachtree City

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November 5, 2024 0

Open House Nov. 10 Honors Veterans Day, Women at War; Airbase Georgia also to Participate in Veterans Day Activities Oct. 31-Nov. 1 At Delta Air Lines and Nov. 2 at Cullman Regional Airport, Ala. […]

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Opens for Veterans Day: Honoring All Those Who Served

Aviation Museum News

November 4, 2024 0

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force to open on Monday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day […]

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RAF Museum Hosts Remembrance Service to Honor Fallen Heroes

Aviation Museum News

November 4, 2024 0

On Sunday, November 10, the Royal Air Force Museum Midlands will hold a Service of Remembrance to honor the members of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. […]

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Radio Sponsorship Announcement

Aviation Museum News

November 3, 2024 0

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Announces Premiere Sponsorship of G.I. Jive Radio […]

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

Vintage Aviation

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

Vintage Aviation

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

Vintage Aviation

September 16, 2024 0

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

Grounded Dreams: Kawasaki Ki-64 “Rob”

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November 6, 2024 0

Throughout aviation history, countless aircraft designs have sparked the imagination of engineers, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. Many of these innovative concepts, however, never made it past the drawing board or prototype stage. “Grounded Dreams: The […]