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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Bell P-39Q Airacobra s/n 44-2485
Explore the remarkable story of Bell P-39Q Airacobra 44-2485, a WWII fighter bound for the…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Blériot-SPAD S.56/3
Explore the history of the Blériot-SPAD S.56/3, a French airliner that helped advance commercial aviation…
Flight Test Files: B-47A Stratojet
In the early 1950s, as aircraft designs pushed the limits of speed and range, the…
Today in Aviation History: First Woman Solo in USAF Undergraduate Pilot Training Program
On May 2, 1977, First Lieutenant Christine E. Schott became the first woman to solo…
Frozen in Time: The tragic end of the B-29 Superfortress ‘Kee Bird’
A restoration effort goes up in smoke in the Arctic.
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas SBD Dauntless
Eighty-five years ago today, the Douglas SBD Dauntless made its first flight—ushering in an era…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Blackburn Buccaneer
On April 30, 1958, the Blackburn Buccaneer made its maiden flight, introducing a rugged and…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Focke-Wulf Fw 190D “Yellow 10”
Randy Malmstrom takes a look at the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum's Focke-Wulf Fw…
Short Solent at the Oakland Aviation Museum
A flying boat that saw service all over the world is on display for tours…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of The Boeing 747-400
On April 29, 1988, the Boeing 747-400 took flight for the first time, ushering in…
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress: Queen of the Skies
Rugged, heavily armed, and instantly recognizable, the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was more than just…
Today in Aviation History: Record Braking Flight of The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21F Interceptor
On April 28, 1961, the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21F soared into history when test pilot Colonel Georgy…
Pacific Wrecks: Uncovering the Lost History of World War II, Interview With Justin Taylan
For nearly 30 years, Pacific Wrecks has been dedicated to uncovering and preserving the remnants…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Tupolev Tu-16
On April 27, 1952, the Soviet Union’s formidable Tupolev Tu-16 Badger made its first flight,…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of The North American XB-28 Dragon
On April 26, 1942, North American XB-28 Dragon took to the skies for the first…
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