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
Today In Aviation History: First US Military Aircraft Mission over Foreign Territory
On March 16, 1916, the U.S. Army’s 1st Aero Squadron flew its first military mission…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Sikorsky MH-53
On March 15, 1967, the Sikorsky MH-53 first flew. The heavy helicopter later became the…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Mitsubishi T-2
On July 20, 1971, the Mitsubishi T-2 became Japan’s first supersonic aircraft, marking a major…
Today in Aviation History: July 19th First Flight of the Curtiss XP-55 Ascender
On July 19, 1942, the Curtiss XP-55 Ascender made its first flight—an experimental canard fighter…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Messerschmitt Me 262 Prototype
On July 18, 1943, the Messerschmitt Me 262 jet prototype made its first flight, marking…
Today in Aviation History: Amelia Earhart Becomes the First Woman to Fly Across the Atlantic
On July 17, 1928, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic,…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Vickers Viscount
On July 16, 1948, the Vickers Viscount made its first flight, becoming the world’s first…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Boeing 367-80
On July 15, 1954, Boeing's 367-80 made its first flight, paving the way for the…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Bristol M.1 Monoplane Scout
Discover the story of the Bristol M.1 Monoplane Scout, Britain’s only WWI monoplane fighter. Learn…
Today in Aviation History: Birth of Flying Tiger Ace David Lee “Tex” Hill
Discover the story of David Lee “Tex” Hill, a legendary Flying Tiger ace born on…
Today in Aviation History: The First Allied Jet Fighter Enters Service in World War II
On July 12, 1944, the Gloster Meteor F.1 became the first Allied jet fighter to…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Yakovlev UT-2
Discover the story of the Yakovlev UT-2, the Soviet Union’s primary WWII pilot trainer that…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas A-26 Invader
On July 10, 1942, the Douglas A-26 Invader made its first flight. This versatile bomber…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Yakovlev Yak‑23
First flown on July 8, 1947, the Yakovlev Yak-23 “Flora” was an early Soviet jet…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Mil Mi-8 ‘Hip’
First flown on July 7, 1961, the Mil Mi-8 ‘Hip’ became one of the most…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Dassault MD 315 Flamant
Discover the history of the Dassault MD 315 Flamant, which first flew on July 6,…
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