Vintage Aviation News

Today in Aviation History: First flight of the North American P-51 Mustang

October 26, 2024 Haritima Maurya 0

On October 26, 1940, the North American NA-73X — the first prototype of what would become the iconic P-51 Mustang — took to the skies, marking the start of an aviation legend. The aircraft stood […]

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

October 25, 2024 Zac Yates 3

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 […]

Saab 35 Draken J35F from the Swedish Air Forces 13. Fighter aircraft division 1972

Today in Aviation History: First flight of the Saab 35 Draken

October 25, 2024 Haritima Maurya 0

Saab 35 Draken had a remarkable service life of over 45 years, solidifying its place in aviation history as a symbol of Swedish engineering prowess. […]

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

October 25, 2024 Moreno Aguiari 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. […]

Today in Aviation History: First flight of the Convair F-102 Delta Dagger

October 24, 2024 Haritima Maurya 1

The first operational delta-wing fighter operated by the U.S. took its maiden flight on this day in 1953. […]

The Fastest Warbird: Darryl Greenamyer and the RB-104 “Red Baron”

October 24, 2024 Stephen Chapis 1

On October 24, 1977, Darryl Greenamyer set a world speed record in a homebuilt F-104. In 2012, Stephen Chapis spoke with Darryl about the record that still stands. […]

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

October 24, 2024 Angela Decker 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. […]

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‘Bomber Boys’ by Photographer John Slemp Part 1: Jimmy Stewart’s Jacket

October 24, 2024 Emma Quedzuweit 0

Photographing the Hollywood star and squadron commander’s flight jacket is part of a unique book highlighting the jackets of WWII pilots and their stories. […]

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome to Host Night Photo Event on November 2

October 23, 2024 Moreno Aguiari 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

October 23, 2024 Moreno Aguiari 0

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

Month: October 2024