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WWII Combat Veteran B-17 ‘The Pink Lady’ Update

From flying combat missions over Europe to conducting global surveys for National Geographic, this B-17…

Moreno Aguiari

MiG-23 Update at Newark Air Museum

The aircract used in the 2021 film "Black Widow" received a new, historically-accurate paintjob.

Emma Quedzuweit

‘The Shepherd’ Disney’s Christmas Mystery Film

The story of the de Havilland Vampire appearing in John Travolta's short film based on…

Christmas Light Flights on ‘Southern Cross’ C-49

Experience Holiday Magic from the Skies: Christmas Light Flights Aboard a Vintage DC-3

Karolina Marek

Astronaut Cady Coleman Shares Her Space On Jan. 11

Coleman’s presentation and book signing reflects upon her Astronaut’s Guide to Mission Wonder and Making…

Angela Decker

Persian Cat in Flight: Quite Possibly The Last Chapter of Iran’s F-14 Tomcats

At Vintage Aviation News, we primarily spotlight classic warbirds, but occasionally, we delve into the…

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DC-3 Society Announces Organizational Changes In Advance Of 90th Anniversary

The society provides an update on its future now operating as a standalone entitiy.

Emma Quedzuweit

Sasquatch Makes Helicopter Arrival At Museum Dec. 21 for Winter Event

Solstice with Sasquatch features holiday music and crafts, planetarium shows and everyone’s favorite forest friend.

Angela Decker

Douglas C-53D Skytrooper “The Yacht Club”

A beautifully restored Douglas C-53D Skytrooper with an incredible history debuted at Oshkosh and is…

Adam Estes

A-26 Invader ‘Sugarland Express’ For Sale by Platinum Fighter Sales

This A-26 Invader has benefited from extensive maintenance at Meier Motors over the past year.…

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Forgotten Lysander Registered by Fighter Collection

British, Westland, Yeovilton-built Mk.IIIA example has been placed on the British civil register.

B-17 Update From Aero Vintage Books

Restoration Updates on Historic B-17 Flying Fortresses, Progress on Yankee Lady disassembly and Movie Memphis…

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Award Winning North American P-51D Mustang “Cripes A’ Mighty” For Sale by Platinum Fighter Sale

Iconic North American P-51D Mustang "Cripes A' Mighty" Honoring Major George Preddy's Legacy Listed for…

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Commemorative Air Force Announces David Oliver as President and CEO

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) has announced that David Oliver has been selected as the…

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