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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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11/28/2008: First Flight of the COMAC ARJ21

This is the story of the COMAC ARJ21, whose prototype flew for the first time today in 2008.

Helwing Villamizar
November 28, 2024
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A Brief History of High-flying Women in Aviation

Women have taken to the skies since the dawn of aviation, but their contribution isn’t as well-known

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November 13, 2024
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9/28/1988: Maiden Flight of the Ilyushin ll-96

Today, in 1988, the Russian-built, long-haul widebody quad-jet Ilyushin ll-96 took its first flight.

Lee Cross
September 28, 2024
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Iberia's Madrid-Valencia Route Turns 85

Today, in 1939, Iberia operated the first Madrid-Valencia flight, one of its most important routes.

Fabrizio Spicuglia
July 27, 2024
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For Them, the Braniff Colors Still Fly

The original Braniff International Airways still enjoys a prominent place in aviation lore.

Chris Sloan
July 4, 2024
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The First Three Bygone New York City Airports

These are three lesser-known New York airports that once served the Big Apple.

Helwing Villamizar
June 9, 2024
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6/7/1938: Maiden Flight of the Boeing Model 314 Clipper

Today, in 1938, The first Boeing Clipper, Model 314, performed its maiden flight.

Lee Cross
June 7, 2024
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