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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Hispano Buchón N90602

We take a look at the Erickson Aircraft Collection's Buchón, a unique example of the…

Zac Yates

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas XTB2D-1 Skypirate

On March 18, 1945, the Douglas XTB2D-1 Skypirate took its maiden flight, showcasing its potential…

Austin Hancock

The Last Battle of Britain Pilot, John “Paddy” Hemingway, Passes Away at 105

John "Paddy" Hemingway, the last surviving Battle of Britain pilot, has passed away at 105.…

Moreno Aguiari

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the North American B-45 Tornado

On March 17, 1947, the North American B-45 Tornado made its maiden flight, marking a…

Austin Hancock

Restoring the Relics of War: The Story of Fred Bieser and His Mission to Preserve WWII Bomber Turrets

Fred Bieser has spent over three decades bringing World War II bomber turrets back to…

Moreno Aguiari

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Convair CV-240

On March 16, 1947, the Convair CV-240 took flight for the first time, introducing modern…

Austin Hancock

Mr. Mustang, The Most Comprehensive Book Containing The Histories of All Civilian-Owned P-51 Mustangs

Dick Phillips spent decades documenting civilian-owned P-51 Mustangs, building the most extensive archive of its…

Moreno Aguiari

Today in Aviation History: The Convair B-58 Hustler Enters Service

The Convair B-58 Hustler was a groundbreaking Cold War bomber, becoming the first operational aircraft…

Austin Hancock

Revisiting a Forgotten Triumph: The Daring 1919 Transatlantic Flight

David Rooney’s The Big Hop brings to life the daring 1919 race to complete the…

Moreno Aguiari

Today in Aviation History: Formation of Pan American Airways

On March 14, 1927, Pan American Airways was founded, marking the beginning of a legacy…

Austin Hancock

Today in Aviation History: American Pilot Edward O’Hare is Born

On March 13, 1914, Lieutenant Commander Edward “Butch” O’Hare was born—a man whose bravery would…

Austin Hancock

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Aérospatiale Alouette II

On March 12, 1955, the Aérospatiale Alouette II made aviation history as the first helicopter…

Austin Hancock

Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Pfalz D.XII

Randy Malmstrom takes a look at the history of the Museum of Flight‘s Pfalz D.XII.

Zac Yates

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Sikorsky SH-3 ‘Sea King’

On March 11, 1959, the Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King took flight for the first time,…

Austin Hancock