On February 15, 1959, the Aermacchi AL-60 made its first flight. Designed by Al Mooney, the light utility aircraft was ...

On February 10, 1967, the experimental Dornier Do 31 became the world's first VTOL jet transport to fly, marking a bold Cold ...

The Kansas Aviation Museum, housed in the historic Wichita Municipal Airport terminal building (completed 1935), showcases Wichita's and Kansas' rich aviation history, including artifacts, aircraft, ...

So, learn all about the innovative spirit of North Carolina's people and how their pride and ambition led to a bold legacy today. Why North Carolina remains the 'Cradle of Flight' It is no coincidence ...

Editors’ note: This story originally was published Sept. 25, 2019. Boeing’s Renton plant has seen a lot of aviation history come and go in its nearly 80 years of operation. Long before the recent ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This collection consists of duplicate ...

Military aviation history is filled with aircraft that achieved extraordinary performance yet never became widely fielded.

When you think of military air power in the United States, your first thought is probably the Air Force. After that, maybe you think of the Navy, no doubt helped by the popularity of the 1986 film Top ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. At the Sullenberger Aviation Museum, Terry and Glenda Billings watched their 2-year-old grandson Devin touch miniature planes on an ...

Several fly-in events across the US, from late August to October, showcase antique, classic, and vintage aircraft. These family-friendly events often include additional attractions like car shows, ...