Today in Aviation History

Each day brings a new piece of aviation history to reflect on. Whether it’s a significant milestone or a quiet moment in time, the history of flight is rich with stories that shaped the skies we know today. Join us as we celebrate the moments that made aviation what it is

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Today In Aviation History: Avro 652 Begins Service with Imperial Airways

On March 11, 1935, the Avro 652 entered passenger service with Imperial Airways, a small…

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Today In Aviation History: First Night Flight Achieved

On March 10, 1910, French aviator Émile Aubrun completed the world’s first night flight in…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Dassault Mirage 4000

On March 9, 1979, the Dassault Mirage 4000 made its first flight. The twin-engine prototype…

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Today In Aviation History: Raymonde de Laroche Becomes World’s First Licensed Woman Pilot

On March 8, 1910, Raymonde de Laroche became the world’s first licensed woman pilot, earning…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Helwan HA-300

On March 7, 1964, the Helwan HA-300 interceptor made its first flight. Designed by Willy…

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Today In Aviation History: Avro Anson Enters Military Service

On March 6, 1936, the Avro Anson entered military service, beginning a long career as…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Beardmore Inflexible

On March 5, 1928, the Beardmore Inflexible made its first flight, showcasing early stressed-skin construction…

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Today In Aviation History: Y1B-17 Officially Enters Service with 2nd Bomb Group

On March 4, 1937, the Boeing Y1B-17 entered service with the 2nd Bomb Group, marking…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Bell HSL

On March 3, 1953, the Bell HSL anti-submarine helicopter made its first flight, marking an…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Dassault Super Mystère

The Dassault Super Mystère first flew on March 2, 1955, becoming Western Europe’s first mass-produced…

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Today In Aviation History: Berliner-Joyce P-16 Enters Service with USAAC

On March 1, 1932, the Berliner-Joyce P-16 entered service with the USAAC, marking the debut…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Dassault M.D.450 Ouragan

On February 28, 1949, the Dassault M.D.450 Ouragan completed its first flight, marking France’s return…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Blackburn Firebrand

On February 27, 1942, the Blackburn Firebrand completed its first flight, introducing a Royal Navy…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Armstrong Whitworth A.W.19

On February 26, 1934, the Armstrong Whitworth A.W.19 completed its first flight, marking the debut…

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