Vintage Aviation

Discover the latest news in vintage aviation, including updates on antique aircraft, classic airplanes, historic airliners, and old commercial propliners. Explore stories celebrating the preservation and legacy of aviation’s golden age.

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Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Curtiss Model 51 Fledgling

In this issue, lifelong aviation enthusiast Randy Malmstrom examines a rare Curtiss Model 51 Fledgling…

Adam Estes

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…

Moreno Aguiari

Cradle of Aviation Museum Unveils Fokker D.VII Replica

After over ten years of work, the Cradle of Aviation Museum is set to unveil…

Adam Estes

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Beech Model 17 Staggerwing NC50959

Explore the history of the Beech UC 43 Traveler, better known as the Model 17…

Adam Estes

DC-3 F-BLOZ Departs La Ferté-Alais for New Home in Belgium

After decades at La Ferté-Alais, the historic DC-3 F-BLOZ, built in 1944 and part of…

Guest Author

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Boeing Model 100 N872H

Discover the remarkable story of Boeing Model 100 N872H, the civilian sibling of the P…

Adam Estes

Hahnweide Old Timer Fly-In 2025 Part 2: A Spectacular Showcase of Vintage Aircraft

The 2025 Hahnweide Old Timer Fly-In near Stuttgart featured around 250 vintage aircraft from across…

Nigel Hitchman

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Douglas DC-3 Mainliner “Reno”

Discover the history of the Douglas DC-3A-197 "Reno," the first DC-3A delivered to an airline.…

Adam Estes

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…

Guest Author

Espíritu Tico II: Preserving Costa Rica’s Historic Curtiss Robin

The historic Curtiss Robin Espíritu Tico II, symbol of Costa Rica’s early aviation and Don…

Moreno Aguiari

Samaritan’s Purse Retires Historic Douglas DC-8 as Boeing 767 Enters Service

Samaritan’s Purse retires its historic DC-8 cargo aircraft and introduces a new Boeing 767, enhancing…

Moreno Aguiari

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Ryan NYP “Spirit of St. Louis” Replica

In this article of Randy’s Vintage Profiles, Randy explores the history of the Ryan NYP,…

Adam Estes

America’s First Flying Museum of Antique Aircraft, The Living Legacy of Cole Palen and the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome

Discover the story of Cole Palen and the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, America’s first flying museum…

Moreno Aguiari

Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Inducts Five Aviation Leaders into 2025 Sport Aviation Halls of Fame

The Experimental Aircraft Association honored five individuals for their outstanding contributions to recreational aviation during…

Moreno Aguiari