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This Day in Aviation History: Howard Hughes Made The First And Only Flight In His H-4 Hercules

by Bryan R. Swopes of This Day in Aviation On November 2, 1947, Howard Hughes’…

Dreaming About Pilot Job: Write an Outstanding Cover Letter for the Aviation Career

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Win a P-51 Mustang WWII Flight Experience!

Advertorial on Behalf of The First Flight Society  This is your chance to experience flight…

What Games Do Commercial Pilots Play To Keep Mentally Sharp?

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Italian Air Force Youth Education Program

By Ugo Vicenzi The Aeronautica Militare italiana (AMI) is promoting aviation culture and interest in…

The Advancements in Military Aviation Technology in The 21st Century

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“Awakening of the Myth” – Fiat AS.6 Engine of Macchi-Castoldi Fame Roars to Life!

2023 marked the centenary of the Aeronautica Militare Italiana (AMI), Italy's Air Force. However, despite…

A GOOD DAY, The Sea Fury Four Ship [Air to Air VIDEO]

On July 11, 2022, VAN's Stephen Chapis was afforded a unique opportunity during a visit…

Cost-effective Solutions in Aerospace Parts Procurement for Government Contracts

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Maverick’s WWII Hangar

The opening and final scenes in Top Gun:  Maverick in the Mojave Desert hangar with…

TB 30 Epsilon, Sports Class Warbird

By Stephen Chapis Once you have raced, once you are hooked, your life will change…

Tiny Jumper: How Tiny Broadwick Created the Parachute Rip Cord

Reaching our youth with the thrill of aviation history is both a challenge and necessity…

The Australian RAF War Hero Who Inspired Movies and Games

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‘Masters of the Air’ Gets Premiere Date

“Masters of the Air,” the third installment of the Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks-led World…