One of the last piston-engine fighters, the F7F-3 boasted a top speed of 435 mph at 22,200′.
That’s all, Brother: A veteran for the ages
Any C-47 flying today deserves the respect reserved for such a long-lived classic. “That’s All, Brother” rises far above that level with a story of heroism that turned the course of history.
When Nancy flew the Atlantic first
The Atlantic had been crossed by air, and the U.S. Navy had accomplished the feat.
Golden Knights Gusto
What’s it like to go up to 12,500′ with the Golden Knights?
Designers scrambled into the Jet Age after World War II
In the years after World War II, it was relatively easy to build a few prototypes, but few went into long-term production.
The Waco Model 9 and 10
The two biplanes put Waco Aircraft on the map.
JATO pushed performance
During World War II and the Cold War, many aircraft were tested for jet-assisted takeoff (JATO).
The last of its kind
The only remaining Ar 234 has been restored and is on display at the National Air and Space Museum.
Video: Favorite video clips of 2018
Our Wings & Things columnist posts a video to YouTube of his favorite video clips of 2018.