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B-29 Superfortress “DOC” Flight Experience available in Lawton, OK, April 14 & 15

The World War II bomber will be making two appearances in Oklahoma.

Emma Quedzuweit

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Junkers Ju 52/3M

On March 7, 1932, the Junkers Ju 52/3m took its maiden flight, marking the debut…

Austin Hancock

CAF AirPower History Tour 2025: Experience WWII Aviation Across The U.S.

Experience the legacy of World War II aviation firsthand with the CAF AirPower History Tour—a…

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2025 USAF Heritage Flight Training and Certification Course

The 2025 USAF Heritage Flight Training and Certification Course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base set…

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Historic de Havilland DH.115 Vampire Jet Joins Australian Warbird Fleet

The former Swiss jet trainer will soon fly in airshows around the country

Emma Quedzuweit

Historic B-29 ‘Doc’ to Visit Palm Springs Air Museum on 2025 Tour

The legendary B-29 Superfortress 'Doc' is set to return to the Palm Springs Air Museum…

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Military Aviation Museum’s Me 262 Replica Poised For a Triumphant Return to the Skies

The Military Aviation Museum is making strides toward returning its Messerschmitt Me 262 replica to…

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Bringing History to Life: Restoring The Soaring by the Sea’s P-40 Warhawk Nose Art

Restoring historic warbirds is about more than just mechanics—it’s about preserving their stories. For the…

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Cornish EE Lightning F.53 Jet Heads to a New Home

An ex-Saudi Air Force English Electric Lightning F.53, previously displayed at the Cornwall Aviation Heritage…

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Mighty F-104 Starfighter for Sale by Platinum Fighter Sales

Another iconic jet was recently listed by Platinum Fighter Sales—the former Canadian Armed Forces and…

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The Skymaster Couldn’t Be Saved: North Weald C-54 Skymaster Scrapped

The North Weald-based C-54 Skymaster has reached its final chapter, as reports confirm the aircraft…

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Two-Seat Spitfire MT818 to Fly in USAAF Colors for 2025

The new livery recognizing the international utilization of the Spitfire in WWII will be available…

Emma Quedzuweit

Vulcan to the Sky Trust: An Evening with Squadron Leader Graeme Muscat

Join the Vulcan To The Sky Trust for an Evening with Squadron Leader Graeme Muscat

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Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Dakota Receives New Paint Scheme

Last Wednesday, as dusk settled over Duxford, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) Dakota…

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