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: Operation Blue Moon is Launched
On October 23, 1962, U.S. Navy RF-8A Crusaders launched Operation Blue Moon, conducting low-level reconnaissance…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Gourdou-Leseurre GL-813 HY
On October 22, 1934, the Gourdou-Leseurre GL-813 HY took flight, marking a key chapter in…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Antonov An-2
Discover the history of the Antonov An-2 “Colt,” the Soviet-built biplane that first flew in…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Lockheed U-2
Discover the story of the Lockheed U-2’s first flight on August 1, 1955, and how…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the NAMC YS-11
On August 30, 1962, the NAMC YS-11 made its first flight, becoming Japan’s first and…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the McDonnell Douglas DC-10
On August 29, 1970, the McDonnell Douglas DC-10 made its first flight. Explore the history,…
Today in Aviation History: Captain Richard S. “Steve” Ritchie Becomes the First U.S. Air Force Ace of the Vietnam War
On August 28, 1972, Captain Richard S. “Steve” Ritchie became the first U.S. Air Force…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Caproni Campini N.1
On August 27, 1940, the Caproni Campini N.1 made its first flight. Discover the story…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Martin AM Mauler
Discover the story of the Martin AM Mauler, a powerful but troubled U.S. Navy attack…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Handley Page Dart Herald
On August 25, 1955, the Handley Page Dart Herald made its first flight. Developed as…
Today in Aviation History: Amelia Earhart Begins Non-Stop Transcontinental USA Flight
On August 24, 1932, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly non-stop across the…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Short SB.6 Seamew
The Short SB.6 Seamew first flew on August 23, 1953, as Britain’s carrier-based anti-submarine aircraft.…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Sukhoi T-4
The Sukhoi T-4 “Sotka” first flew on August 22, 1972, as the Soviet Union’s ambitious…
Today in Aviation History: Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket Sets World Altitude Record
Major Marion E. Carl flew the Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket to 83,235 feet on August 21,…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the FMA IA 58 Pucará
On August 20, 1969, the FMA IA 58 Pucará made its first flight. Learn about…
Today in Aviation History: Curtiss 18T-1 Establishes New World Speed Record
On August 19, 1918, the Curtiss 18T-1 Wasp set a world speed record of 163.1…
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