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Explore in-depth articles on aviation history, featuring stories about legendary aircraft, historic missions, pioneering pilots, and the evolution of military and civilian aviation. Dive into the rich legacy of flight through expertly researched warbird features and historical retrospectives.
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Aermacchi MB-326
Explore the history of the Aermacchi MB-326, the versatile Italian jet trainer that first flew…
The Polka Dot Warriors: How Assembly Ships Guided the Mighty Eighth
Discover the untold story of WWII assembly ships—vividly painted B-17s and B-24s that guided bomber…
When a Passion Becomes a Career – Bernie Vasquez
A conversation with consummate warbird pilot Bernie Vasquez about his aviation journey.
The Cardington Hangars and Britain’s Airship Guardians
By Ronan Thomas Standing majestically in Bedfordshire farmland, their sheer size and engineering are testament…
Flight Test Files: The Douglas D-558-I Skystreak
The Skystreak performed an important role in aeronautical research by its being able to fly…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Mitsubishi A6M3-22 Zero 3852
By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…
A Central New York Tuskegee Airman Receives Posthumous Honor
Legacy, the collection of accomplishments we create through a lifetime. All the good deeds, jobs,…
Flight Test Files: Martin B-57B Canberra
During the early 1970s, a Martin B-57B Canberra (ex USAF 52-1576) took part in several…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Republic F-84F Thunderstreak s/n 51-9522
By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…
The History of The Hurricane Hunters
Considering the projected landfall of Hurricane Helene, we explore the history of the USAF and…
WWII P-51 Pilot Reunites With His “Aluminum Sweetheart” at the National Warplane Museum
The Geneseo Airshow provides opportunity for a 101-year-old veteran combat pilot to reunite with his…
Flight Test Files: B-47A Stratojet
NACA High-Speed Flight Research Station obtained this B-47A Stratojet (labeled NACA 150) to study the…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina BuNo. 46522
By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…
Black Sheep Chronicles, Part 7: The Real Pappy Boyington
Part 7 of the Black Sheep Chronicles series recounts Boyington's roller coaster life as he…
So You Want to Work at an Aviation Museum?
In this article, Noah Stegman Rechtin writes about the various opportunities to become an employee…
Honor Flight Long Island Takes 46 Veterans to Washington D.C.
Honor Flight Long Island, the iconic volunteer-run veterans organization, is proud to announce that their…
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