P-51 ‘Lucy Gal’ Project Update – A Homegrown Mustang

Follow the progress of the P-51 Lucy Gal project in Rochester, NY, honoring Tuskegee Airman…

B-29 Superfortress DOC and P-51 Gunfighter Head to San Diego Region, September 26–28

See B-29 DOC on display and fly in P-51 Gunfighter in San Diego, Sept. 26–28.…

Today in Aviation History: First Official U.S. Airmail Flight

On September 23, 1911, Earle Ovington completed the first official U.S. airmail flight, marking the…

Rare Curtiss P-36C Heads to California

The last Curtiss P-36C ever built is moving from Duxford to California. Learn about its…

Aviation Archaeology: Exploring the Naval Weapons Industrial Reserve Plant, Calverton

Discover the Naval Weapons Industrial Reserve Plant in Calverton, NY—home to historic aircraft testing, Calverton…

Today in Aviation History: Grumman F-14 Tomcat Retires from U.S. Naval Service

On September 22, 2006, the F-14 Tomcat officially retired from U.S. Navy service. Explore the…

Commemorative Air Force to Host 2025 Aviation Discovery Fest at Dallas Executive Airport

CAF hosts Aviation Discovery Fest Oct. 3–4 at Dallas Executive Airport with WWII warbirds, rides,…

The Legacy of Warbirds: An Interview with Steve Hinton

Warbird legend Steve Hinton discusses his lifelong passion for vintage aviation, from childhood inspirations to…

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Boeing B-29 Superfortress

On September 21, 1942, the Boeing B-29 Superfortress made its first flight, marking a major…

Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Flypast Marks 80th Anniversary of VJ Day at National Memorial Arboretum

BBMF Lancaster, Hurricane, and Spitfire fly over the National Memorial Arboretum during the 80th VJ…