On November 3, 1965, Major Robert Rushworth made the first flight of the modified X-15A-2 rocketplane, reaching Mach 2.31 ...
On November 2, 1947, Howard Hughes flew the H-4 Hercules-known as the "Spruce Goose"-for the first and only time. Built ...
Aviation is portrayed as a profound human passion and historical journey, encompassing dreams, challenges, and significant societal impact, beyond just its technical and engineering feats. The article ...
In 1955, Boeing test pilot Tex Johnston performed 2 full barrel rolls in the 707 prototype over Lake Washington, stunning ...
She was a groundbreaking aviator who learned to fly after hearing tall tales from a pilot who’d crash-landed on her grandfather’s golf course in Warren Township, New Jersey. Later, she was one of the ...
A devastating plane crash that took the lives of more than 60 people this week has drawn Wichita — known globally as the "air capital of the world" — and its aviation roots into the national spotlight ...
The Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum's Marine One aircraft will be available for viewing by the public beginning on Oct. 22.
TROY — This weekend, aviation enthusiasts will gather in Miami County for the annual WACO Fly-In, celebrating the rich history of 1930s-style aircraft. The event, held at the WACO Education Center and ...