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CAF Airbase Georgia Warbirds on Display at “Wings Over North Georgia” Airshow
5+ hour, 57+ min ago (257+ words) CAF Airbase Georgia Warbirds on Display at "Wings Over North Georgia" Airshow'Vintage Aviation News Three restored WWII warbirds from the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia will join the Wings Over North Georgia Airshow at Rome, Ga., April 3 and 4. These…...
Restoration Begins on Rare B-24 Liberator at National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force
14+ hour, 29+ min ago (514+ words) Restoration Begins on Rare B-24 Liberator at National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force'vintageaviationnews.com Following the recent transfer of a rare B-24 Liberator to the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force'previously reported by Vintage Aviation News'restoration efforts on…...
Flight Test Files: Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird - Managing the Expansion of the Titanium Skin
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (1091+ words) The SR-71 Blackbird, originally built for Cold War reconnaissance, was later used by NASA in the 1990s as a high-speed research platform. Flying above Mach 3 and at extreme altitudes, it enabled studies in aerodynamics, propulsion, thermal effects and atmospheric science. Experiments…...
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1+ day, 13+ hour ago (14+ words) Today In Aviation History: Last Operational Flight by an RAF Supermarine Spitfire'Vintage Aviation News...
Historic B-29 DOC and P-51 Gunfighter Set for Knoxville Visit in May
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (459+ words) Historic B-29 DOC and P-51 Gunfighter Set for Knoxville Visit in May'Vintage Aviation News The B-29 Superfortress DOC will be stopping in Knoxville from May 7 to 10 as part of its History Restored Tour. The P-51 Mustang Gunfighter is also expected to be there, so…...
National Championship Air Races Completes First Pylon Racing Seminar at New Roswell Location
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (378+ words) The National Championship Air Races successfully held its first Pylon Racing Seminar (PRS) at its new home in Roswell, New Mexico, certifying 60 pilots across six race classes. The four-day event provided essential training, racecourse familiarization, and marked the return of…...
Today In Aviation History: First Flight of the Robinson R44
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (371+ words) The Robinson R44 made its first flight on March 31, 1990, introducing a four-seat light helicopter that would go on to dominate the general aviation market. Known for its reliability and versatility, the R44 remains one of the most widely used helicopters worldwide. On…...
Cavanaugh Flight Museum Unveils New Corsair Paint Scheme Honoring Marine Ace
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (1070+ words) On July 3, 2025, the Cavanaugh Flight Museum revealed its FG-1D Corsair in a new VMF-351 paint scheme, honoring decorated Marine aviator LtCol Donald K. Yost. The scheme commemorates Yost's World War II service flying Corsairs from the USS Cape Gloucester and celebrates…...
Financial Strain Forces Closure of Houston’s 1940 Air Terminal Museum
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (632+ words) Financial Strain Forces Closure of Houston's 1940 Air Terminal Museum'Vintage Aviation News The 1940 Air Terminal Museum, located at William P. Hobby Airport in Houston, TX, has closed after running into financial trouble. At the heart of the situation was a gap between…...
Planes of Fame Air Museum to Host “Soar into Spring” Event Featuring Sabre vs. MiG Korean War Jet Demonstration
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (760+ words) Planes of Fame Air Museum to Host "Soar into Spring" Event Featuring Sabre vs. MiG Korean War Jet Demonstration'Vintage Aviation News The Planes of Fame Air Museum will welcome visitors of all ages on Saturday, April 4, 2026, for a full day…...