Aviation History

Fabric swatches and wood slivers from the first aircraft have been included on several missions.

In the 120 years since the Wright brothers’ first flight, there have been many milestones in aviation.

December 7 marks the 82nd anniversary of the attack.

While the Wrights earned a place in the spotlight as daring aviators, one key figure is often overlooked: mechanician Charles Taylor.

A group of Douglas C-47s and DC-3s is preparing to fly to Europe for commemorations in 2024.

Artwork celebrating the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) is on display at Nashville International Airport (KNBA) in Tennessee.

Experts say this Mk.II version is the first Tempest to fly in more than 50 years.

The Veterans History Project is reaching out to the remaining WASPs and their families and friends, asking that they share their experiences.

The Cessna 310, made popular on the ‘Sky King” show of the 1950s, remains a photo magnet to this day.

August 5 represents an important milestone for women pilots, as it was on this day in 1943 that the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) were created, marking its 80th anniversary. On Saturday, the Lone Star Flight Museum in Houston will be commemorating the event with a hangar talk on the history of the WASP at […]