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Taking Off in Public: The Magic of the Cover

The cover of the August 2019 edition was shot by aviation photography veteran Paul Bowen. FLYING a
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Key Takeaways:

  • FLYING magazine's covers, spanning over 94 years, serve as a unique historical record of aviation's evolution in technology, regulation, culture, and leadership, acting as a "virtual aerospace museum."
  • New owner Craig Fuller has successfully engaged audiences by posting historical FLYING covers on social media, highlighting their lasting appeal and significance.
  • The magazine has evolved significantly throughout its history, undergoing multiple name changes and shifts in cover content from early artwork depicting military aircraft to modern photography.
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Editor’s Note: “Taking Off in Public” is a new digital series written by Craig Fuller, the new owner of FLYING. In this series, Fuller will provide insight into his plans for Flying and a first-hand look at how Flying is being built for the next generation.

Craig Fuller

A pilot for more than three decades, Craig Fuller is owner and CEO of FLYING parent company Firecrown Media.

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