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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Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome to Offer Air Tours Aboard Stinson Detroiter

Experience vintage flight at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome in the restored Stinson Detroiter. Enjoy 30-minute guided…

Update on the Liberty Aviation Museum’s Ford Tri-Motor Restoration

As work continues on the restoration of Ford Trimotor NC9684, the Liberty Aviation Museum gets…

The Oldest Aircraft in the Americas, Blériot XI , Soars Again at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome

Blériot XI serial number 56, the oldest flying aircraft in the Americas, takes flight again…

Rotary Engine in World War I Aircraft: An Interview with Mark Mondello

Explore the challenges of flying and maintaining WWI aircraft at Old Rhinebeck Airdrome, including the…

EAA Announces 2025 Sport Aviation Halls of Fame Inductees

EAA announces the 2025 Sport Aviation Halls of Fame inductees, honoring Vic Syracuse, Rob Holland,…

Short Scion Floatplane Now on Public Display

The restored Short Scion Floatplane G-AEZF, built in 1937, is now on display at Rochester…

A de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver in the Philippines

Swiss-Canadian pilot Raymond Schwab flies a vintage 1957 DHC-2 Beaver seaplane in Palawan, Philippines, offering…

Junkers Aircraft Opens Venezia Lido Office

Junkers Aircraft opens a new office at Venezia Lido’s historic Nicelli Airport, celebrating with vintage-inspired…

Flying A Milkstool Pilot Report on the Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer

Pilot Austin Hancock takes the 1957 Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer for a spin, sharing its history,…

Lockheed L-1649A Super Star Receives Original 1950s Lufthansa Paint Scheme

Lufthansa’s restored Lockheed L-1649A Super Star now wears its original 1950s livery. See how the…

Reviving a Legend: Students and Historians Work to Rebuild the Iconic Dornier Do X Flying Boat

In June 2025, Mosbach University students achieved a key milestone by digitally reengineering the Dornier…

The Republic Seabee Over Lake Como: An Amphibian’s Journey Through Time

Aviation writer Luigino Caliaro profiles Republic Seabee N87504 and its journey to Italy’s Lake Como,…

Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Boeing Model 40C

Enthusiast Randy Malmstrom provides a walkaround and report on the Boeing Model 40C mailplane that…

FLYPARTY 2025: A Celebration of Italian Vintage Aviation and Community Spirit

FLYPARTY 2025 brought together historic aircraft, passionate pilots, and aviation enthusiasts for a memorable weekend…