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Aviation Historical anniversaries. What happened today in aviation from 1903 untill 2013.

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the FMA IA 58 Pucará

On August 20, 1969, the FMA IA 58 Pucará made its first flight. Learn about…

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Today In Aviation History: C-119 Makes First Midair Recovery of a Space Capsule

On August 18, 1960, a Fairchild C-119J Flying Boxcar made history by executing the first…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Handley Page HP.115

On August 17, 1961, the Handley Page HP.115, a delta-winged test-bed aircraft, made its first…

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Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Embraer EMB 312 Tucano

On August 16, 1980, the Embraer EMB 312 Tucano, a Brazilian turboprop trainer and light…

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Today In Aviation History: First Battle of Britain RCAF Aerial Victory

Discover the thrilling story of Squadron Leader Ernest "PeeWee" McNab, who, on August 15, 1940,…

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Today in Aviation History: August 14 — Australia Flies Beyond the Sound Barrier

On August 14, 1953, Flight Lt. William H. Scott flew the CAC CA-26 Sabre past…

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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Gee Bee Model R

On August 13, 1932, the Gee Bee Model R Super Sportster made its first flight.…

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Today in Aviation History: August 12 First Flight of the Bristol T.B.8

On August 12, 1913, the Bristol T.B.8 first took flight. Designed by Henri Coandă, this…

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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Embraer ERJ-145

On August 11, 1995, the Embraer ERJ-145 first took flight, launching a successful regional jet…

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Today in Aviation History First Flight of the Avro Canada C102 Jetliner

On August 10, 1949, the Avro Canada C102 Jetliner became the world’s second purpose-built jet…

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