A 1924 issue of the magazine “Aviation” is a microcosm of the post-World War I aviation scene in America. The air-minded segment of the population was impatient for aeronautical advancements, yet in some ways those advances were held back by a glut of war surplus Jennies and OX-5 engines that were offered to civilians on the cheap.
On track: Finding the right landing gear for giant bombers
On the way to finding the best landing gear for giant bombers, some looked to using a track mechanism, similar to a tank.
On seven wings and a prayer
The ultimate path was illuminated by the failures, as well as the successes. That’s the year [1916] a patent was filed for the Johns Multiplane, a seven-winged whopper ultimately powered by three Liberty engines.
Only flying Kitty Hawk still has some of its nine lives left
The only flying Kitty Hawk intrigued visitors to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021. Bob Coolbaugh started restoring the plane in 2012, with first flight in 2020.
Recovered Wildcat a time capsule with an amazing story to tell
A rare Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat recovered from the depths of Lake Michigan is a time capsule from World War II that was on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021.
Hood River Fly-In: The best of old and new
Some of the greatest magic of an event like the Hood River Fly-In is that people of all backgrounds and all levels of experience mingle freely and learn about aviation, because there’s always something new to learn.
What engines could the B-17 use?
The melodious Wright Cyclone motors of a stock B-17 confirm their ability to power this classic bomber. But the airframe proved capable of adapting other engines for other purposes.
Two centuries with one sentiment at Warbird Roundup 2021
The Warbird Roundup had a special guest this year: An F-35 Lightning II jet fighter flown by Air Force Maj. Kristin “Beo” Wolfe, bringing the 21st Century to a show that traditionally commemorates 20th Century warriors and their classic aircraft.
Airmail history in a tiny town
The tiny town of Medicine Bow, Wyoming, with a population just under 300, is home to a museum that features historic mementoes of the early days of airmail.