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 Flight of the Caudron C.690M
On February 18, 1936, the Caudron C.690M advanced trainer flew for the first time, marking…
Today In Aviation History: First RCAF Hurricanes Accepted
On February 17, 1939, the RCAF accepted its first Hawker Hurricanes, marking a major step…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Sikorsky SH-3 ‘Sea King’
On March 11, 1959, the Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King took flight for the first time,…
Today in Aviation History: 58th Anniversary of ‘Pardo’s Push’
On March 10, 1967, Captain Bob Pardo performed one of the most daring acts of…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Avro Shackleton
On this day in aviation history, March 9, 1949, the Avro Shackleton made its maiden…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Sikorsky H-34
On March 8, 1954, the Sikorsky H-34 took its maiden flight, marking the debut of…
Today in Aviation History: The Birth of the Finnish Air Force
On March 6, 1918, the Finnish Air Force (FAF) was officially established, making it one…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Supermarine Spitfire
On this day in aviation history, March 5, 1936, the legendary Supermarine Spitfire took to…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter
On March 4, 1954, the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter soared into the skies for its maiden…
Today In Aviation History: National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) is Established
On March 3, 1915, the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) was officially established by…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Concorde
On March 2, 1969, the Concorde took flight for the first time, ushering in a…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Bachem Ba 349 “Natter”
On March 1, 1945, the Bachem Ba 349 “Natter” made its first and only manned…
Today in Aviation History: The Long-Range Flight of the P-82 Twin Mustang Betty Jo
On this day in aviation history, February 28, 1947, a North American P-82 Twin Mustang…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Curtiss XF15C
One of the few aircraft that combined both a piston engine and a jet engine…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Messerschmitt Me 321 Gigant
Beginnings of the largest combat glider of World War II
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Lockheed Model 10 Electra
On this day in aviation history, February 23, 1934, the Lockheed Model 10 Electra made…
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