Tag: Aviation History

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Tupolev Tu-16

On April 27, 1952, the Soviet Union’s formidable Tupolev Tu-16 Badger made its first flight,…

Heritage STOL Competition Returns to the Military Aviation Museum

Experience aviation like never before at the Military Aviation Museum’s 2nd Annual Heritage STOL Competition…

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of The North American XB-28 Dragon

On April 26, 1942, North American XB-28 Dragon took to the skies for the first…

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Air Tractor AT-500

On April 24, 1986, the Air Tractor AT-500 took flight for the first time, launching…

Wings of Wonder: Duggy The DC-3 and The Year That Inspired a Generation

Duggy the DC-3, a restored aircraft with a rich history, celebrates its 20th anniversary this…

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas C-133 Cargomaster

On April 23, 1956, the Douglas C-133 Cargomaster took to the skies for the first…

RAF Museum Donates Undercarriage to Wings Aviation Museum For Hawker Kestrel XS694 Restoration

In a landmark move for British aviation preservation, the Royal Air Force Museum has donated…

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Aeronautica Umbra Trojani AUT.18

On April 22, 1939, the little-known Aeronautica Umbra Trojani AUT.18 took to the skies for…

Spooky Update: Progress Heats Up on the CAF Gulf Coast Wing’s Douglas AC-47 Project

Restoration efforts are ramping up on the CAF Gulf Coast Wing’s AC-47 “Spooky” gunship as…

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas F5D Skylancer

On April 21, 1956, the Douglas F5D Skylancer made its first flight—going supersonic right out…