Tag: Aviation History
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Mil Mi-8 ‘Hip’
First flown on July 7, 1961, the Mil Mi-8 ‘Hip’ became one of the most…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Dassault MD 315 Flamant
Discover the history of the Dassault MD 315 Flamant, which first flew on July 6,…
Experiencing Airliners International 2025 at the Delta Flight Museum
Experience Airliners International 2025 at the Delta Flight Museum—an unforgettable weekend of airline history, rare…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the North American AJ Savage
On July 3, 1948, the North American AJ Savage made its first flight—becoming the U.S.…
Cessna T-50 Crane Soon Bound for Canada
A 1942 Cessna T-50 Crane is set to join Vintage Wings of Canada after years…
March Field Air Museum Restores Fairchild SD-5 Osprey Drone
Discover the Fairchild SD‑5 Osprey, a 1960s Cold War reconnaissance drone, now undergoing rare restoration…
Covington Aircraft Engines to Conclude 53 Years of Radial Engine Service at End of 2025
Covington Aircraft Engines will close its renowned radial engine shop in 2025 after 53 years…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas DC-1
On July 1, 1933, the Douglas DC-1 made its first flight, launching the iconic DC…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Rutan Defiant
Discover the story behind the Rutan Defiant, Burt Rutan’s unique push-pull twin-engine aircraft that first…
Today in Aviation History: Formation of Britain’s Women’s Auxiliary Air Force
Discover the history of Britain’s Women’s Auxiliary Air Force, established on June 28, 1939, and…
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