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History

Documented accounts of aviation’s past—airlines, aircraft, routes, milestones, and personalities—presented with historical accuracy and archival context.
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4/28/1958: Aer Lingus' Maiden Transatlantic Flight

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4/25/1935: Cambrian Airways is Established

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The History of John F. Kennedy International Airport

JFK is New York City's main gateway, handling 171,000 passengers a day across approximately 1,200 daily flight movements.

Edward Lee
May 29, 2025
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The History of Boston Logan International Airport

Thanks to the decline of sea travel, Boston quickly became one of the United States’ most important hubs for air travel. 

Edward Lee
May 27, 2025
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5/31/1946: London Heathrow Begins Commercial Operations

Today, in 1946, London Heathrow Airport officially opened for commercial air operations.

Helwing Villamizar
May 31, 2024
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5/30/1958: First Flight of the Douglas DC-8

This is the story of the legendary DC-8, from its inception to its first flight in 1958.

Helwing Villamizar
May 30, 2024
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5/29/1934: First UK Airmail Service Begins Operations

Discover the history and legacy of the first regular airmail service in the UK, which began in 1934.

Mario Bertoletti
May 29, 2024
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5/28/1971: First Flight of Dassault Aviation Mercure

This is the story of the Dassault Aviation Mercure project, spanning from 1971 to 1995.

Mario Bertoletti
May 28, 2024
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5/27/1999: Maiden Flight of the Bombardier CRJ700

This is the story of the 70-seat stretched version of the CRJ200 Bombardier aircraft.

Lee Cross
May 27, 2024
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