Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Bell X-1

On January 19, 1946, the Bell X-1 flew for the first time, launching a research…

Austin Hancock

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman Issues Workforce Directive with Strong Emphasis on Aviation, Heritage, and Inspiration

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has issued a new workforce directive emphasizing aviation culture, flight operations,…

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Today In Aviation History: First Shipboard Aircraft Landing

On January 18, 1911, Eugene Ely made history by landing a Curtiss pusher on the…

Austin Hancock

Inside the Engineering of the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt

A detailed technical examination of the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, exploring its structure, wing design, turbo-supercharging…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Short SC.7 Skyvan

On January 17, 1963, the Short SC.7 Skyvan made its first flight, introducing the rugged…

Austin Hancock

Hangar Italy Announces Limited-Edition FIAT G.91 Tribute Watch

Hangar Italy announces the limited-edition G.91 Tribute Watch, a mechanical timepiece honoring the Fiat G.91…

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Dayton’s Saetta: The Story of the National Museum of the USAF’s Macchi C.200

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force houses the only Italian aircraft in its…

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Today In Aviation History: Birth of Alfred William Saunders, Irish WWI Fighter Ace

On January 16, 1888, Irish World War I ace Alfred William Saunders was born, a…

Austin Hancock

First 2026 Avro Vulcan XH558 Ground-Run Experience Dates Now Available

The Vulcan to the Sky Trust has confirmed dates for Avro Vulcan XH558’s 2026 engine…

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Air Zoo to Hold 5th Annual Ice Cream Challenge on Saturday, January 17

The Air Zoo in Kalamazoo hosts its fifth annual Ice Cream Challenge on January 17,…

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