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B-29 FIFI to Visit National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

The Commemorative Air Force's B-29 FIFI, one of only two airworthy B-29 Superfortresses in the…

Nixon’s VH-3A Sea King Returns to March Field Air Museum for Restoration

20 years after its initial restoration, a Sikorsky VH-3A Sea King "Army One/Marine One" temporarily…

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Unveils Five New Galleries as Landmark Renovation Nears Completion

The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum opens five new galleries on July 1, 2026,…

Planes of Fame Air Museum to Celebrate America’s 250th with Rare AT-6 Texan Flying Parade

Planes of Fame Air Museum will celebrate America's 250th anniversary on July 4 with a…

Commemorative Air Force Establishes New Hawaii Wing

The Commemorative Air Force has officially chartered the Hawaii Wing, establishing its first unit in…

California Science Center Hosts Preview of Space Shuttle Endeavour

After years of construction work, the California Science Center in Los Angeles holds a preview…

The American Airpower Museum Warbirds to Participate in FourLeaf Air Show Activities

The American Airpower Museum will bring historic warbirds to the FourLeaf Air Show at Jones…

The Yorkshire Air Museum Receives Lottery Funding of ยฃ250k for Collections Project

The Yorkshire Air Museum has received nearly ยฃ250,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to…

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Acquires Record-Setting L-39 Jet Racer “American Spirit”

The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum has acquired the record-setting L-39 jet racer "American…

RAF Museum Sites Recognized in Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards 2026

The RAF Museum's London and Midlands sites have earned Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2026 recognition,…

Port of Tillamook Bay Continues Efforts to Preserve Historic Hangar B

Preservation efforts continue for Hangar B at the Tillamook Air Museum as officials pursue funding,…

The Imperial War Museum Duxford to Highlight Anglo-American Wartime Ties During “Flying Days: The Americans” Event

IWM Duxford's "Flying Days: The Americans" returns July 24 with flying displays, living history groups,…

Warbirds of Glory Museum Receives Stearman Donation

Warbirds of Glory Museum has received a donated 1943 Boeing N2S-4 Stearman trainer. Visitors can…

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force to Host 500-Drone “Lights Over Dayton” Show

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host a 500-drone light show on…