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 Tupolev Tu-2
On January 29, 1941, the Tupolev Tu-2 made its first flight, introducing a fast, hard-hitting…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Junkers J.I
On January 28, 1917, the Junkers J.I flew for the first time, becoming the world’s…
Today In Aviation History: Launch of Operation Bolo
On January 2, 1967, Operation Bolo reshaped the air war over Vietnam as U.S. Air…
Today In Aviation History: Start of the World’s First Scheduled Airline
On January 1, 1914, the world’s first scheduled airline began service as the St. Petersburg–Tampa…
Today In Aviation History: Grumman F8F Bearcat Enters Service
On December 31, 1944, the Grumman F8F Bearcat entered U.S. Navy service, introducing a fast-climbing,…
Today In Aviation History: First German Aircraft Flies over Britain Post-World War I
On December 30, 1922, a Dornier Komet II became the first German aircraft to fly…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Supermarine Swift
On December 29, 1948, the Supermarine Swift made its first flight, marking a turbulent but…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Mitsubishi B2M
On December 28, 1929, the Mitsubishi B2M made its first flight, marking an early chapter…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Mitsubishi Ki-67 Hiryū
On December 27, 1942, the Mitsubishi Ki-67 Hiryū flew for the first time, becoming one…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Antonov An-124 Ruslan
On December 26, 1982, the Antonov An-124 Ruslan made its first flight, introducing the largest…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Sukhoi Su-11 Fishpot-C
On December 25, 1958, the Sukhoi Su-11 Fishpot-C flew for the first time, marking an…
Today In Aviation History: Apollo 8 Orbits the Moon
On December 24, 1968, Apollo 8 became the first crewed mission to orbit the Moon.…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Blackburn Roc
On December 23, 1938, the Blackburn Roc made its first flight. This article looks at…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Antonov An-72 Coaler
On December 22, 1977, the Antonov An-72 Coaler made its first flight. Designed for STOL…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Junkers Ju 88 V1 Prototype
On December 21, 1936, the Junkers Ju 88 V1 prototype made its first flight, launching…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Convair YF-102A Delta Dagger
On December 20, 1954, the Convair YF-102A Delta Dagger made its first flight at Edwards…
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