Tag: Aviation History
Operation Freeze
In 1944, Marine Corsair pilots in the South Pacific turned high altitude flights into an…
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Cessna Citation II
The Cessna Citation II made its first flight on January 31, 1977, introducing a stretched,…
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…
Hawker Hurricane Over Victoria
A detailed look at the Hawker Hurricane’s defining role in the Battle of Britain, focusing…
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…
One Last Flight: WWII PBY Catalina Airlifted by CH-47 Chinook Over Whidbey Island
In a rare and highly publicized move, a WWII veteran PBY Catalina makes one last…
The Restoration of Avro Lancaster FM212
An in-depth look at the history and ongoing restoration of Avro Lancaster FM212, from its…
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…
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