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54th National Stearman Fly-In Set for September 1–6, 2025 in Galesburg, IL — Pre-Registration Now Open

The unmistakable rumble of radial engines will fill the skies above Galesburg, Illinois, this Labor…

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P-51C Thunderbird, A Spiritual Tribute

Vintage Aviation News takes a deeper dive into the history of Jimmy Stewart's Mustang air…

Stephen Chapis

Historic Short S.16 Scion Floatplane to Go on Display in Rochester Cathedral

A rare piece of Medway’s aviation heritage is set to take center stage inside Rochester…

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Fagen Fighters WWII Museum Transfers Historic Curtiss JN-4D “Jenny” to Walter Bowe’s Collection

The Fagen Fighters WWII Museum in Granite Falls, Minnesota, has sold its World War I-era…

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‘Sophie’ the Strutter: A Sopwith 1½ Strutter Comes to Life in Scotland

After more than two decades of meticulous craftsmanship, a full-scale Sopwith 1½ Strutter named Sophie…

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A Fourth Life for a Ryan STM-2

Invading Japanese forces, a brush with the scrap yard, and decades of neglect couldn’t keep…

Chris Bucholtz

Air Legends Foundation’s Lockheed Constellation C-121A Returns to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025

The Air Legends Foundation’s restored Lockheed C-121A Bataan will return to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025,…

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The Future of C-121C Super Constellation HB-RSC: Awaiting Its Next Caretaker

The iconic HB-RSC C-121C Super Constellation, currently stored in Bremgarten, Germany, awaits its next chapter…

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EAA Ford Tri-Motor Tour Brings Vintage Flight Experiences to Cities Across the U.S. in 2025

Experience the golden age of aviation as EAA’s historic Ford Tri-Motor embarks on its 2025…

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Rare 1938 Spartan Executive 7W Offered for Sale

Aviation enthusiasts have a unique chance to own a historic 1938 Spartan Executive 7W, now…

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The Last Beechcraft Starships

AQRD keeps the last four airworthy Beechcraft Starships flying, preserving a groundbreaking yet commercially unsuccessful…

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Low Time 1959 G18S “Twin Beech” N18G For Sale by Dynamic Aviation

Dynamic Aviation is pleased to bring its beloved Beech 18, Amelia, to market. For years,…

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Work Continues On Savoia-Marchetti S.55X Reproduction After Volandia Unveiling

Following its unveiling at Volandia, work continues on the full-scale reproduction of the legendary Savoia-Marchetti…

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Fairchild and Travel Air Centennials to be Honored at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025

**Fairchild and Travel Air Centennials at EAA AirVenture 2025** EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 (July 21-27)…

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