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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander
Learn the history of the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander, the rugged twin-engine utility aircraft that has…
Boneyard Files: Vertol H-21C Shawnee – The Vietnam Pioneer Left in the Sand
Explore the Vertol H-21C Shawnee, the “Flying Banana” helicopter that served in Arctic missions and…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Fokker Dr.I
On July 5, 1917, the legendary Fokker Dr.I triplane made its first flight. Best known…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Lockheed Vega
Discover the history of the Lockheed Vega, which made its first flight on July 4,…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the North American AJ Savage
On July 3, 1948, the North American AJ Savage made its first flight—becoming the U.S.…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Boeing B-29 Superfortress “Fifi”
This installment of Randy’s Warbird Profiles takes an in-depth look at the Commemorative Air Force’s…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas DC-1
On July 1, 1933, the Douglas DC-1 made its first flight, launching the iconic DC…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Rutan Defiant
Discover the story behind the Rutan Defiant, Burt Rutan’s unique push-pull twin-engine aircraft that first…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Saab 105
Learn about the Saab 105, the Swedish twin-jet trainer that first flew on June 29,…
Awesome to The Last Drop, The final Operation Chicken Drop at Easton Airport
A heartfelt tribute by Stephen Chapis to the final Operation Chicken Drop at Easton Airport,…
Today in Aviation History: Formation of Britain’s Women’s Auxiliary Air Force
Discover the history of Britain’s Women’s Auxiliary Air Force, established on June 28, 1939, and…
Collector Corner: A Guide to WWII USAAF Flying Helmets
For many aviation enthusiasts, the allure of WWII-era flying gear runs deeper than nostalgia—it’s a…
Today in Aviation History: First Air-to-Air Victory of the Korean War
Discover the story of the first air-to-air victory of the Korean War on June 27,…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Grumman F6F Hellcat
Explore the history of the Grumman F6F Hellcat, the U.S. Navy’s legendary WWII carrier fighter…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Curtiss-Wright CW-A22 (Falcon)
This installment of Randy’s Warbird Profiles delves into the story of the Curtiss-Wright CW-A22, focusing…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Ryan FR-1 Fireball
Explore the history of the Ryan FR-1 Fireball, the U.S. Navy’s first hybrid fighter aircraft,…
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