Warbirds

In aviation circles, the story of former Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) Elaine Harmon’s remains being moved to Arlington National Cemetery last September was a big deal. It meant America’s memorial resting place for veterans was finally open to everyone who served, including the more than 20,000 women who flew as WASPs during World War […]

Doc’s Friends continues to conduct flight tests to satisfy the FAA’s flight requirements to be able to bring the airplane on tour. The organization’s media relations and communications liaison Josh Wells said the airplane has flown more than 10 hours since it first took the skies in July after decades of restorative work. Wells said […]

One of the pioneers of the preservation of vintage airplanes, Edward T. Maloney, has died at the age of 88. Maloney has been credited with saving more than 200 WWII warbirds from destruction and founding the Planes of Fame Museum, which is home to more than 150 historic airplanes and replicas, many of which continue […]

About three weeks after its short first flight, Doc is getting ready to take to the skies again. Following the flight, the B-29 Superfortress, which has been restored by volunteers in Wichita, Kansas, for many years, has undergone a very thorough post-flight inspection. Only a few minor issues were found, none of which will prevent […]

EAA AirVenture 2016 didn’t disappoint, drawing the airshow performers, historic airplanes, industry exhibiters and crowds for which Oshkosh is known. Here are some of the highlights from the weeklong event at Wittman Regional Airport.

Moody skies and the occasional downpour weren’t enough to dampen the spirits of AirVenture 2016 attendees Thursday. Highlights included military and warbird demonstrations and a performance by Red Bull Air Race champion Kirby Chambliss in his Red Bull Edge 540.

A day at Oshkosh wouldn’t be complete without witnessing the stunning aerobatic routines and fly-overs of some of notable airplanes of all types and time periods. Check out photos from some of the thrilling aerobatic performances on display Wednesday at AirVenture 2016, as well as shots from the stunning night demonstrations and fireworks.

Visitors to Oshkosh this year will have the chance to relive history 75 years after the defining moment that propelled the United States into the second World War. Redbird, A2A Flight Simulations and Flying magazine will commemorate the attack on Pearl Harbor with a unique simulator that puts attendees in the cockpit of a P-40 […]

For the first time in 60 years, the B-29 Superfortress named Doc, which has been in restoration in Wichita, Kansas, for many years, took flight once again. There were emotional tears in the crowds of Doc’s Friends volunteers and supporters who watched the massive, shiny all-aluminum World War II bomber lift off from McConnell Air […]

The B-29 named Doc, which has been undergoing restoration in Wichita, Kansas, since it was brought there 16 years ago, is expected to fly in the next few weeks. Doc’s Friends, the organization that has spearheaded the major restoration effort, has overcome the last obstacles standing in the way of first flight, having received permission […]