We aim to promote military aviation history by way of video essays, interviews, and news items.

While much is said of aerial battles, raids, and various conflicts, many unsung individuals and smaller groups' efforts helped shape military aviation history.

Feb 9, 2026 · The aviation history begins way before the Wright brothers, some regarded flight as an impossible task, but today we have reached the moon, and we've sent robots to other planets, the...

On this day in aviation history, 110 years ago (March 16, 1916), the first US Military aircraft mission over foreign territory occurred.

From major international gateways to quiet general aviation fields, these surviving WWII airports offer a living link between military aviation history and the modern air transport system.

Aug 5, 2025 · Experience the power and legacy of aviation's most iconic military aircraft in this thrilling planespotting compilation.

Throughout much of military aviation history, aircraft fit within the confines of what is technologically possible for the time.

On August 2, 1909, the U.S. Army acquired its first military aircraft, the 1909 Wright Military Flyer. Learn about its service, design, and preservation at the Smithsonian.

1917 was a pivotal year for military aviation, marked by rapid advancements in reconnaissance, fighters, bombers, and seaplanes. It saw "Bloody April," the rise and fall of great aces, America...

From tanks to rifles, every piece of equipment has its own story, but today let’s chat about four military aircraft that didn’t just contribute to the battlefield—they transformed it.

Today, there are no surviving examples of the Thomas-Morse MB-3, but its legacy remains important in the history of American military aviation, and in the history of aviation films.

From the unmistakable Huey to the battle-hardened Apache, these helicopters earned their place in history not just through blueprints but through the lives they saved and the wars they helped win.

Joint Base Andrews in Maryland is holding a family-friendly showcase of American aviation and military history on Saturday and Sunday.

The P-80 Shooting Star remains a pivotal figure in aviation history. As the first operational jet fighter for the United States, it showcased the nation's ability to innovate under pressure.

On February 13, 1913, the Vickers E.F.B.1 Destroyer became the first purpose-built warplane publicly displayed, marking a turning point in military aviation history.

From the earliest days of hand-dropped bombs to the latest and greatest in next-generation marvels of technology, we outline 11 of the most iconic ground attack military planes in history.

Mar 27, 2025 · 1917 was a pivotal year for military aviation, marked by rapid advancements in reconnaissance, fighters, bombers, and seaplanes. It saw "Bloody April," the rise and fall of great …

Throughout aviation history, military engineers have created remarkable flying machines intended to dominate the skies during conflict. Yet, for every legendary warbird that made its mark in ...

The use of camouflage on aircraft has been a crucial element in modern warfare, providing concealment and disruptiveness, two primary benefits that can be used together or independently.

Mar 3, 2026 · Its twin rotors and unstoppable lift made it the workhorse of modern aviation — and a legend that still flies strong today.

The US military lost a fighter jet in Iran, according to multiple US and Iranian media reports. Search-and-rescue operations are reportedly underway. The incident marks the latest US aircraft lost ...

Mar 30, 2026 · Spain closed its airspace to U.S. military aircraft carrying out attacks on Iran, the defense minister confirmed Monday.