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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Three Good Reasons to Restore an Antique Aircraft

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

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…

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…

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…

Worldโ€™s Only Certified DC-3 Flight Simulator Finds New Home in California

The worldโ€™s only certified DC-3 flight simulator has been sold by EPST in the Netherlands…

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,…

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

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

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…

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…

Adamโ€™s Profile Reports: Douglas DC-2 N13711

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

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…

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…

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…

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…