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Introducing the Intrepid Museum’s New Look

October 13, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 5

PRESS RELEASE The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, which opened its doors more than four decades ago in 1982, will now be officially named the Intrepid Museum, reflecting the next phase in its evolution […]

Tiny Jumper: How Tiny Broadwick Created the Parachute Rip Cord

October 13, 2023 Angela Decker 0

Reaching our youth with the thrill of aviation history is both a challenge and necessity if we hope to encourage and empower future generations working in the aviation industry, and future generations of restorers, aviation […]

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, Interview With The President

October 12, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 2

Only a few miles from where the Eighth was activated in Savannah, the dream of a WWII veteran was realized with the Mighty Eighth Heritage Center; today’s National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force. […]

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Author Talk: Lt General E.G. “Buck” Shuler, Jr. to Speak at The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force

October 11, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 0

E.G. Shuler, known as “Buck” to his friends and fellow airmen, is a dedicated patriot who has lived his life in service to his family and his country. Immediately following his retirement from the USAF, […]

The Australian RAF War Hero Who Inspired Movies and Games

October 11, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 0

“Vintage Aviation News staff did not write this article; the content comes via our partners who wish to help support our website.” Although the name Paul Brickhill may not be familiar to the modern generation, […]

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Hawker Tempest Mk.II First Flight!

October 10, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 18

The world finally has a flying Hawker Tempest! Pete Kynsey made the maiden post-restoration flight in Tempest Mk.II MW763 today (October 10, 2023) at Sywell Aerodrome in Northhamptonshire, England following the airframe’s extensive rebuild with […]

Desert Storm Veteran F-117 Nighthawk Moving to The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum

October 10, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 0

Another F-117 Nighthawk is set to move to an aviation museum, in fact, on November 11, the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum will welcome the highly-anticipated arrival of the Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk, the famed stealth […]

Grand Opening of the River Rats Permanent Exhibit at Aviation Heritage Park Museum

October 10, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 0

PRESS RELEASE The Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association (known as the River Rats) will hold their 50th reunion in Bowling Green on October 12-15. During that event, they will reveal their new museum exhibit […]

Fall Foliage Flights at Culpeper Airport October 28-29

October 8, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 0

PRESS RELEASE The Culpeper Regional Airport, located off routes 15/29 near Brandy Station, VA, will be the site of Fall Foliage Flights provided by the Commemorative Air Force Capital Wing. At the expected height of […]

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Flying Heritage Combat Armor Museum Announces October Family Programming

October 8, 2023 Moreno Aguiari 0

PRESS RELEASE The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum announces an array of programs for the month of October that are perfect for the whole family. With a focus on fun and education, visitors can […]

Month: October 2023