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: Gee Bee Q.E.D.

Explore the remarkable history of the Gee Bee Q.E.D., the Granville Brothers' final air racer,…

Adam Estes

Three Good Reasons to Restore an Antique Aircraft

Collector Tony Caldwell explores why antique aircraft projects remain worthwhile despite rising costs and shrinking…

Moreno Aguiari

Fairey Reed Reborn: Ground Tests Complete as New Composite Propeller Takes Flight

GT Propellers' recreated Fairey Reed propeller has entered flight testing, with more than 12 hours…

Guest Author

Belgian Aviation Preservation Association Nears Completion of Cessna 310B Restoration

The Belgian Aviation Preservation Association is nearing completion of its restoration of 1958 Cessna 310B…

Kevin Wilkins

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Hamilton H-47 Metalplane

Explore the remarkable history of the Hamilton H-47 Metalplane, one of America's earliest all-metal airliners…

Adam Estes

World’s Only Certified DC-3 Flight Simulator Finds New Home in California

The world’s only certified DC-3 flight simulator has been sold by EPST in the Netherlands…

Kevin Wilkins

Vintage in Review Highlights Antique and Classic Aircraft at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

Vintage in Review returns to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, showcasing rare antique and classic aircraft,…

Moreno Aguiari

Savoia Marchetti Historical Group Nears Completion of S.55X I-BALB Reconstruction

The Savoia Marchetti Historical Group’s decade-long reconstruction of the legendary S.55X I-BALB flying boat is…

Guest Author

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: WACO Model UBF-2/U.S. Navy XJW-1

Explore the story of the WACO UBF-2 and U.S. Navy XJW-1, a rare prewar utility…

Adam Estes

Replica of Iconic French Caudron Rafale C.460 Flies Again Following Meticulous Restoration

The legendary 1934 Caudron Rafale C.460 flew again following a meticulous restoration that reconnects Renault’s…

Moreno Aguiari

Adam’s Profile Reports: Douglas DC-2 N13711

Regular contributor Adam Estes details the fascinating history of the Douglas DC-2 airliner at the…

Adam Estes

Mid America Flight Museum’s Gee Bee QED II Flies!

The Mid America Flight Museum celebrated the successful first flight of Jim Moss’s restored Gee…

Adam Estes

Vliegend Museum Seppe Hosts Annual Liberation Event with Historic Aircraft

Vliegend Museum Seppe marked Liberation Day 2026 with historic aircraft, flyable WWII-era types, and a…

Kris Christiaens

Lockheed L-1649A Super Star and Ju 52 Find Permanent Home in Lufthansa’s New Hangar One

Lufthansa’s restored L-1649A Super Star and Ju 52/3m go on display in Frankfurt’s new Hangar…

Dirk Grothe