Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon
April 16, 1951 marked the first flight of the Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon, a French trainer…
American Heritage Museum’s Ju 87 Stuka Project Advances
The American Heritage Museum’s Ju 87 Stuka restoration progresses toward assembly, with wings, controls, and…
Phantom and Stratotanker: East Mississippi Veterans Park Expands at Historic Key Field
The East Mississippi Veterans Park at historic Key Field continues to grow with the addition…
Francesco Baracca: The Italian WWI Ace Who Gave Ferrari Its Horse
Francesco Baracca, Italy’s leading World War I ace with 34 victories, rose from cavalry officer…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Sikorsky S-52
On February 12, 1947, the Sikorsky S-52 made its first flight, introducing all-metal rotor blades…
Grounded Dreams: US Navy’s P6M SeaMaster and the End of Seaplane Bombers
The Martin P6M SeaMaster was a jet-powered Navy seaplane built for nuclear strike missions, but…
Airbase Georgia Names 2026 Officers and Recognizes Outstanding Members
CAF Airbase Georgia has named its 2026 officers and honored members whose volunteer work and…
Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Curtiss Model 51 Fledgling
In this issue, lifelong aviation enthusiast Randy Malmstrom examines a rare Curtiss Model 51 Fledgling…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Antonov An-8
On February 11, 1956, the Antonov An-8 made its first flight, marking the Soviet Union’s…
The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome – Winter Update 2026
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome’s Winter Update 2026 outlines off-season maintenance, restoration work, planning for the upcoming…
First 25 Years of Powered Flight Highlighted at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 will feature a “Pioneers of Flight” exhibit showcasing original aircraft and…
Model Mania Returns to The Museum of Flight for Valentine’s Day Weekend
Model Mania returns to The Museum of Flight on February 14–15, 2026, bringing the NorthWest…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Dornier Do 31
On February 10, 1967, the experimental Dornier Do 31 became the world’s first VTOL jet…
Grounded Dreams: The Mirage 4000 and Europe’s Superfighter That Never Was
The Dassault Mirage 4000 was a powerful European superfighter that rivaled the world’s best jets,…
Flying a Legendary Airplane, the Ryan NYP “Spirit of St. Louis”
Explore what it’s like to fly Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome’s authentic Ryan NYP Spirit of St.…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Convair CV-540
On February 9, 1955, the Convair CV-540 flew for the first time, marking an early…
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