The moment word of Charles Lindbergh’s successful solo Atlantic crossing reached America on May 21, 1927, Chicago advertising executive William B. Ziff Sr. had an idea. To capitalize on the frenzy of the milestone event he would create an aviation magazine aimed at regular people who he was certain would now be motivated to learn to fly. Thus, Flying magazine was born.
Flying Magazine Turns 90
Key Takeaways:
- William B. Ziff Sr. launched *Popular Aviation* (later *Flying* magazine) in 1927, inspired by Charles Lindbergh's transatlantic flight to capitalize on public interest in aviation.
- The magazine underwent several name changes, eventually becoming *Flying* during WWII when its focus shifted to military aviation, and it later flourished with post-war aviators.
- After multiple ownership changes, *Flying* remains the world's most popular newsstand aviation magazine, having expanded its brand into various online channels including video and social media.
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