Tag: Today in Aviation History
Aviation Historical anniversaries. What happened today in aviation from 1903 untill 2013.
Today in Aviation: DH.106 Comet Fuselage Delivered to de Havilland Aircraft Museum
On March 20, 1985, the de Havilland Aircraft Museum in Shenley, England, received the fuselage…
Today in Aviation History: The 99th Pursuit Squadron is Constituted
On March 19, 1941, the 99th Pursuit Squadron was constituted, making history as the first…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Douglas XTB2D-1 Skypirate
On March 18, 1945, the Douglas XTB2D-1 Skypirate took its maiden flight, showcasing its potential…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the North American B-45 Tornado
On March 17, 1947, the North American B-45 Tornado made its maiden flight, marking a…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Convair CV-240
On March 16, 1947, the Convair CV-240 took flight for the first time, introducing modern…
Today in Aviation History: The Convair B-58 Hustler Enters Service
The Convair B-58 Hustler was a groundbreaking Cold War bomber, becoming the first operational aircraft…
Today in Aviation History: Formation of Pan American Airways
On March 14, 1927, Pan American Airways was founded, marking the beginning of a legacy…
Today in Aviation History: American Pilot Edward O’Hare is Born
On March 13, 1914, Lieutenant Commander Edward “Butch” O’Hare was born—a man whose bravery would…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Aérospatiale Alouette II
On March 12, 1955, the Aérospatiale Alouette II made aviation history as the first helicopter…
Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Sikorsky SH-3 ‘Sea King’
On March 11, 1959, the Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King took flight for the first time,…
