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Yorkshire Air Museum Makes Progress on Avro Shackleton WR963 Restoration

Follow the restoration of Avro Shackleton WR963 at the Yorkshire Air Museum. Volunteers are reassembling…

The Missile With a Woman In It, The Story of Jacqueline Cochran and the F-104 Starfighter

In 1963 and '64, aviatrix Jacqueline Cochran set a series of supersonic speed records that…

Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow Returns in 2026

Experience the Southern Hemisphereโ€™s premier warbird airshow at Warbirds Over Wanaka 2026 (April 3โ€“5). Historic…

Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Begins Winter Maintenance Cycle

The RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight has begun its winter maintenance program, with major…

FIGHTERJETS INC to Represent Collings Foundation Jets in the 2026 Airshow Season

FIGHTERJETS INC partners with the Collings Foundation and Vietnam War Flight Museum for the 2026…

Lancaster PA474 Begins 18-Month Major Maintenance Program at Duxford

The RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flightโ€™s Lancaster PA474 has commenced an 18-month Major maintenance…

Pat Epps, Aviation Icon and Lifelong Advocate for Historic Aviation and Veterans, Dies at 91

Pat Epps, renowned aviator, vintage aircraft advocate, and leader of the Glacier Girl recovery, has…

RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Welcomes New Commander for 2026โ€“2028

Squadron Leader Paul โ€œErnieโ€ Wise has assumed command of the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial…

WWII Combat Veteran P-51D Mustang โ€˜Sierra Sue IIโ€™ Listed for Sale

WWII combat veteran P-51D Mustang Sierra Sue II, a 9th Air Force veteran meticulously restored…

Spitfire Passenger Flights to Take Off from Isle of Man in June 2026

Spitfire passenger flights are coming to the Isle of Man in June 2026. Flyaspitfire.com will…

Warbirds Shine at the 2025 Central Coast Airfest in Santa Maria

The 2025 Central Coast Airfest at Santa Maria Airport celebrated vintage aviation in grand style.…

Worldโ€™s Last Flying Fairey Gannet Offered for Sale

The worldโ€™s last flying Fairey Gannet, XT752, is offered for sale. This historic naval aircraft,…

Fly the Legendary Mach Loop: Aero Legendsโ€™ Jet Experience Sells Out in Record Time

Aero Legendsโ€™ new Mach Loop Jet Experience lets thrill-seekers fly through Walesโ€™ iconic low-level training…

CAF Gulf Coast Wingโ€™s AC-47 โ€œSpookyโ€ Returns to Flight and Honors Vietnam Veteran

The CAF Gulf Coast Wingโ€™s AC-47 โ€œSpookyโ€ returns to flight after refurbishment, debuting at Wings…