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 aviationโ€™s golden age.

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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 Renaultโ€™s…

Moreno Aguiari

Adamโ€™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 Mossโ€™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 Lufthansaโ€™s New Hangar One

Lufthansaโ€™s restored L-1649A Super Star and Ju 52/3m go on display in Frankfurtโ€™s new Hangar…

Dirk Grothe

1929 Waco CTO Taperwing Listed for Sale by Platinum Fighter Sales

A restored 1929 Waco CTO Taperwing biplane is listed for sale, featuring a Wright radial…

Amreetam Basu

WACO Aircraft Corporation Ceases Operations in Battle Creek

WACO Aircraft Corporation has reportedly ceased operations in Battle Creek, Michigan, surprising employees and the…

Moreno Aguiari

A 1954 de Havilland DH-114 Heron Listed for Sale by Platinum Fighter Sales

A 1954 de Havilland DH-114 Heron is listed for sale, featuring Lycoming engine upgrades and…

Amreetam Basu

Flagship Knoxville โ€“ Helping American Airlines Celebrate a 100-Year Legacy at the C.R. Smith Museum

Explore the history of American Airlinesโ€™ Flagship Knoxville DC-3 at the C.R. Smith Museum and…

Karolina Marek

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Ford 5-AT-B Tri-Motor

A detailed look at Ford 5-AT-B Tri-Motor N9645, tracing its journey from early coast-to-coast airline…

Adam Estes

Warbirds and Vintage Aircraft to Highlight EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

A preview of the warbirds and vintage aircraft expected at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, including…

Moreno Aguiari

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Douglas DC-3 N877MG

A detailed profile of Douglas DC-3 N877MG, a former WWII C-47 that flew supply missions…

Adam Estes

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Travel Air 2000 NC2937

A detailed look at Travel Air 2000 NC2937, a restored 1927 biplane with a remarkable…

Adam Estes

Behind the Hangar Doors: Exploring Shuttleworthโ€™s Engineering Open Workshop

Visitors at Shuttleworthโ€™s Engineering Open Workshop explored restoration hangars, historic aircraft including a Spitfire Vc,…

Emma Quedzuweit