Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Miles M.17 Monarch
On February 21, 1938, the Miles M.17 Monarch made its first flight. Learn about the…
Flight Test Files: North American F-86 Sabre – The Quest for Supersonic Superiority
The North American F-86 Sabre was not only a Korean War fighter but also a…
Guarding the Gate: RAF Lakenheath’s F-100D Super Sabre Rededicated After Restoration
RAF Lakenheath rededicates its historic F-100D Super Sabre static display following a major restoration, preserving…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Junkers Ju 88 V1 Prototype
On December 21, 1936, the Junkers Ju 88 V1 prototype made its first flight, launching…
National Naval Aviation Museum to Host Glenn Miller Orchestra on February 5
The National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola will welcome the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra on…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Convair YF-102A Delta Dagger
On December 20, 1954, the Convair YF-102A Delta Dagger made its first flight at Edwards…
Photographing Dreams: A Conversation with Legendary Aviation Photographer Philip Makanna
Aviation photography legend Philip Makanna shares his life story, artistic philosophy, and reflections on five…
Chalk 40 and the Ice: How a Douglas C-47 Helped Recover the P-38 “Glacier Girl”
During the recovery of the legendary P-38 “Glacier Girl” from Greenland’s ice, a rugged Douglas…
Today In Aviation History: First Powered Aircraft Flight in Japan
On December 19, 1910, Japan entered the age of powered flight when Captain Yoshitoshi Tokugawa…
90 Years of the Douglas DC-3: KLM’s “Orange Birds” and a Legacy in Aviation History
Celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Douglas DC-3 with a look at KLM’s wartime orange-painted…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Chase YC-122 Avitruc
On December 18, 1947, the Chase YC-122 Avitruc made its first flight. This article explores…
American Heritage Museum’s Republic P-47D Thunderbolt Winter Restoration Update
The American Heritage Museum is restoring a Republic P-47D Thunderbolt to flight, preserving its combat-era…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Grumman JRF-2 Goose
Explore the history of the 1942 Grumman JRF-2 Goose, s/n V176, in this installment of…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Lockheed C-141 Starlifter
Explore the story of the Lockheed C-141 Starlifter on the anniversary of its first flight…
The Mighty Douglas DC-3 Celebrates 90 Years Flying
Explore the origins of the Douglas DC-3, from the DST’s first flight and hard-won development…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Antonov An-12
Discover the story behind the Antonov An-12 on the anniversary of its first flight on…
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