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Evolution of a Memoir: Aviation Therapy—Stories of Perseverance and Personal Growth from the Cockpit
Aviation Therapy Began Long Before I Ever Thought to Give it a NameI have been a pilot since I was 16 years old, taking my first flight at Weiser Air Park in northwest Houston in June 1978. In 1984,...
US Navy Aircraft Crash Into South China Sea: All 5 Crew Members Rescued After Nimitz Incidents
Sunday was a difficult day for the United States Navy as two US Navy aircraft crash into South China Sea.The separate incidents involved an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter and an F/A-18F Super Hornet, both operating from the aircraft...
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The 5 World’s Oldest Airlines After Czech Airlines Closure
Last month marked the end of an era when CSA Czech Airlines closed up shop and converted into a holdings company for SmartWings. Before the closure, it was the fifth oldest airline on Earth still standing.Founded in 1923, the airline had been operating for over a century.Which airline takes Czech's place as the fifth oldest airline still in business? We highlight the top 5 oldest airlines in operation.5th Oldest Airline - FinnairStarting with the name Aero, Finnair began services in September 1923. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, the air carrier has been a pioneer to connect Europe with North America and Asia.Following World War II, Finland made Finnair its official flag carrier. Business rapidly picked up...
Movie Star Aircraft: The Top Gun P-51 Mustang in Top Gun: Maverick
The Top Gun P-51 is a movie star all its own.In this storyThe Top Gun P-51 is a movie star all its own.Back Before...
The Supermarine Spitfire: Engineers kept improving Britain’s best fighter
Nothing Says Battle of Britain like the Supermarine SpitfireHighlights of our Supermarine Spitfire story:Nothing Says Battle of Britain like the Supermarine SpitfireThose Wonderful Wings...
WATCH: The Superfortress Graveyard: B-29s Once Inhabited the Deserts of the American West
Watch for the History, Then Read About the China Lake Survivors That Were SavedThis photographic essay documents the Boeing B-29 Superfortress boneyard at Naval...
