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: Avro 652 Begins Service with Imperial Airways
On March 11, 1935, the Avro 652 entered passenger service with Imperial Airways, a small…
Today In Aviation History: First Night Flight Achieved
On March 10, 1910, French aviator Émile Aubrun completed the world’s first night flight in…
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: First Flight of the Douglas T2D
On January 27, 1927, the Douglas T2D flew for the first time, becoming the first…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the McDonnell FH Phantom
On January 26, 1945, the McDonnell FH Phantom made its first flight, becoming the world’s…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Stinson Detroiter
On January 25, 1926, the Stinson Detroiter made its first flight, marking a key moment…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the North American YF-93
On January 24, 1950, the North American YF-93 made its first flight, marking an ambitious…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Blériot XI
On January 23, 1909, the Blériot XI made its first flight, launching an aircraft that…
Today In Aviation History: First Transatlantic Flight Between Spain and South America Departs
On January 22, 1926, the Dornier Do J Plus Ultra departed Spain on a landmark…
Today In Aviation History: First Scheduled Supersonic Passenger Trips of the Concorde
On January 21, 1976, Concorde entered commercial service, launching the world’s first scheduled supersonic passenger…
Today In Aviation History: Boeing F2B Introduced into Service
Introduced in 1928, the Boeing F2B marked a key step in U.S. Navy carrier fighter…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Bell X-1
On January 19, 1946, the Bell X-1 flew for the first time, launching a research…
Today In Aviation History: First Shipboard Aircraft Landing
On January 18, 1911, Eugene Ely made history by landing a Curtiss pusher on the…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Short SC.7 Skyvan
On January 17, 1963, the Short SC.7 Skyvan made its first flight, introducing the rugged…
Today In Aviation History: Birth of Alfred William Saunders, Irish WWI Fighter Ace
On January 16, 1888, Irish World War I ace Alfred William Saunders was born, a…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Beechcraft Model 18
On January 15, 1937, the Beechcraft Model 18 made its first flight, launching one of…
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