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Pioneers of Aeronautical Engineering: Erich Bachem – Developer of the World’s First Manned Vertical-Takeoff Interceptor
Erich Bachem developed the Bachem Ba 349 Natter, the world's first manned vertical-takeoff interceptor, pioneering…
Aces: Gerald Gordon Bell – The Sixteen Victory Canadian Fighter Ace Of WWI
Gerald Gordon Bell was a Canadian WWI flying ace who claimed 16 aerial victories after…
Today in Aviation History: First Gyroscopically-Stabilized Liquid-Fueled Rocket Launch
Ninety years ago today, on March 28, 1935, Robert H. Goddard launched the first gyroscopically-stabilized…
The Man Who Saved North American Aviation’s Engineering Drawings
Ken Jungeberg’s efforts saved a vast collection of North American Aviation’s WWII engineering drawings from…
Former RAF Wainfleet Control Tower Transformed into One-of-a-Kind Aviation-Themed Airbnb
Once a vital RAF weapons range, the historic site of RAF Wainfleet has been transformed…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Fokker D.XXI
On this day in aviation history, 89 years ago—March 27, 1936—the first flight of the…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Curtiss C-46 Commando
Eighty-five years ago today, the Curtiss CW-20 took to the skies for the first time,…
Final Chapter for NASA’s Kuiper Airborne Observatory
NASA’s Kuiper Airborne Observatory (KAO), a pioneering infrared telescope platform, is meeting its end as…
Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon BuNo.57535
By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…
Ed Force One Lives On: Iron Maiden’s Boeing 747 Reborn as Collectible Tags
Iron Maiden’s legendary Boeing 747-400 tour plane, "Ed Force One," has found new life as…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Vought F-8 Crusader
On March 25, 1955, the Vought F-8 Crusader made its first flight, marking the beginning…
Aviation and Class Struggles in The Skies
"Vintage Aviation News staff did not write this article; the content comes via our partners…
The Fabulous Flamingo: Gino Lucci’s Journey from Air Force to Aviation Salvage and a One-of-a-Kind Motorhome
Transforming a Cold War-era R4D into a stunning motorhome known as The Fabulous Flamingo
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Avro Anson
On March 24, 1935, the Avro Anson took flight for the first time, marking the…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas F3D Skyknight
On March 23, 1948, the Douglas F3D Skyknight made its maiden flight, marking the arrival…
WWII P-51 Pilot Recalls Being Shot Down in Combat
From his early flight training to the harrowing realities of war, Paul Crawford’s journey offers…
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