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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Consolidated XP-81

This long-range, high-altitude escort fighter design featured a propeller-driven engine in the front for long…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Fiat BR.20 Cicogna

While the Fiat BR.20 Cicogna was superseded by rapid advances in aviation technology, it performed…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Sopwith Pup

On this day in aviation history, February 9, 1916, the Sopwith Pup made its first…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Saab 37 Viggen

One of the most remarkable jets of the Cold War, and one of the most…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: Birth of Oleg Antonov

The humble origins of the man behind Antonov, builder of some of the world's largest…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Kawanishi E7K

Outdated through WWII, the E7K still saw action and was well-liked for its stability.

Adam Estes

Ex-John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Departed For Final Voyage

Final Voyage: The Former USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Heads for Scrapping

Moreno Aguiari

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the PZL TS-11 Iskra

On this day in aviation history, February 5, 1960, the first Polish-designed jet aircraft, the…

Adam Estes

Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Cessna O-2 Skymaster

Randy Malmstrom takes a look at the history of the Heritage Flight Museum's Cessna O-2…

Zac Yates

Today in Aviation History: Birth of Charles Lindbergh

Lindbergh's impact on aviation remains indisputable, as he inspired countless others to go into aviation…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Boeing F3B

On this day in aviation history, February 3, 1928, the Boeing F3B, made its first…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First flight of the Republic XP-72

On February 2, 1944, a new prototype fighter, the Republic XP-72, made its first flight.…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2

On this day in aviation history, February 1, 1912, the Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2 made…

Adam Estes

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the North American T-2 Buckeye

The Buckeye remains as a historic trainer that played an a vital role in training…

Adam Estes