Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Fleet 50 Freighter
On February 22, 1938, the Fleet 50 Freighter made its first flight. Discover the story…
The Albatross: A 1950s Seaplane Finds New Purpose in the 2020s
The Albatross returns. From the Grumman HU-16 rescue seaplane of the 1950s to the modern…
Today in Aviation History: July 19th First Flight of the Curtiss XP-55 Ascender
On July 19, 1942, the Curtiss XP-55 Ascender made its first flight—an experimental canard fighter…
CAF Airbase Georgia Deploys Five Historic Warbirds to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025
CAF Airbase Georgia is bringing five historic warbirds to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025, with public…
Melodies of War: Victory Vertical Pianos Take Center Stage at the Museum
Discover Victory Verticals at the Museum of Flight, a special exhibit opening August 9 that…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Messerschmitt Me 262 Prototype
On July 18, 1943, the Messerschmitt Me 262 jet prototype made its first flight, marking…
Military Aviation Museum SBD-5 Dauntless – Restoration Update
The Military Aviation Museum’s SBD-5 Dauntless restoration is making strong progress, with structural work underway…
Support the Douglas DC-3’s Legacy: Join the 90th Anniversary Fundraising Campaign
Join the DC-3 Society’s 90th Anniversary Campaign and help preserve the legacy of the iconic…
Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Brings Hands-On History and Expertise to AirVenture 2025
Discover how the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum is bringing expert talks, hands-on artifacts,…
Today in Aviation History: Amelia Earhart Becomes the First Woman to Fly Across the Atlantic
On July 17, 1928, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic,…
FLYPARTY 2025: A Celebration of Italian Vintage Aviation and Community Spirit
FLYPARTY 2025 brought together historic aircraft, passionate pilots, and aviation enthusiasts for a memorable weekend…
U.S. Ambassador Yastishock Makes Historic Visit to Vilu Military Museum
U.S. Ambassador Ann Marie Yastishock’s historic visit to the Vilu Military Museum honors WWII legacy…
Come and Take It! Why the Space Shuttle Discovery Should Stay at the Smithsonian
A growing movement is fighting to keep Space Shuttle Discovery at the Smithsonian, warning that…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Curtiss JN-4D Jenny s/n SC-1282
This installment of Randy’s Warbird Profiles focuses on the Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum’s…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Vickers Viscount
On July 16, 1948, the Vickers Viscount made its first flight, becoming the world’s first…
B-29 Superfortress FIFI Returns to the Skies, Joins 2025 AirPower History Tour
The iconic B-29 Superfortress FIFI has returned to flight after major engine repairs and is…
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