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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Tupolev Tu-2
On January 29, 1941, the Tupolev Tu-2 made its first flight, introducing a fast, hard-hitting…
Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Beech Model 17 Staggerwing NC50959
Explore the history of the Beech UC 43 Traveler, better known as the Model 17…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Antonov An-124 Ruslan
On December 26, 1982, the Antonov An-124 Ruslan made its first flight, introducing the largest…
Won’t Be Home for Christmas! A Christmas Tribute to Servicemembers Away from Home
A reflective tribute by Marty Steiner exploring how American servicemembers have experienced Christmas away from…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Sukhoi Su-11 Fishpot-C
On December 25, 1958, the Sukhoi Su-11 Fishpot-C flew for the first time, marking an…
When Christmas Came to a Nation at War: Life on the American Home Front
A reflective look at Christmas on the American home front during World War II, exploring…
Aviation Innovation Lessons from Historical Collections
"Vintage Aviation News staff did not write this article; the content comes via our partners…
Randy’s Vintage Profiles: Douglas DC-3 Mainliner “Reno”
Discover the history of the Douglas DC-3A-197 "Reno," the first DC-3A delivered to an airline.…
Today In Aviation History: Apollo 8 Orbits the Moon
On December 24, 1968, Apollo 8 became the first crewed mission to orbit the Moon.…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Blackburn Roc
On December 23, 1938, the Blackburn Roc made its first flight. This article looks at…
Alex Beckett: The World’s Youngest B-29 Superfortress Pilot on Passion, Perseverance, and Vintage Aviation
Meet Alex Beckett, the youngest living B-29 Superfortress pilot, as he shares his journey from…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Antonov An-72 Coaler
On December 22, 1977, the Antonov An-72 Coaler made its first flight. Designed for STOL…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Junkers Ju 88 V1 Prototype
On December 21, 1936, the Junkers Ju 88 V1 prototype made its first flight, launching…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Convair YF-102A Delta Dagger
On December 20, 1954, the Convair YF-102A Delta Dagger made its first flight at Edwards…
Photographing Dreams: A Conversation with Legendary Aviation Photographer Philip Makanna
Aviation photography legend Philip Makanna shares his life story, artistic philosophy, and reflections on five…
Today In Aviation History: First Powered Aircraft Flight in Japan
On December 19, 1910, Japan entered the age of powered flight when Captain Yoshitoshi Tokugawa…
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