The 'spy’ (or, more correctly, reconnaissance) aircraft must survive enemy fighters and anti-aircraft weapons, often relying ...

During WWII, engineers produced some of the most iconic aircraft in history. From sleek fighters to hulking steel beasts -- ...

German engineers and scientists created some exceptional and novel military designs during WWII. Granted, not everything they created was an instant success, and they even created one fighter jet that ...

When flying ace and aircraft manufacturer Gerhard Fieseler designed the Fieseler Fi 156 after a request from the Luftwaffe for a short-range reconnaissance aircraft, little did he know that his unique ...

From a stiff pea green bench seat, a bright, cloud-filled sky can be seen. A simple, but sturdy belt fastens you in and you feel the rumble of the engine starting up. The propellers spin and you're ...

There are those who might argue that World War II was won in the air. Without shading the grit displayed and sacrifices made by Allied Forces on land and at sea, the contributions made by forces in ...

The Flying Fortress is one of the most famous airplanes ever built. The B-17 prototype first flew on July 28, 1935. Although few B-17s were in service on Dec. 7, 1941, production quickly accelerated ...

Docent Ashby Taylor tells the story behind the World War II SB2C Helldiver dive bomber inside WestPac Restorations while giving a tour Wednesday, July 24, 2025, at the National World War II Aviation ...

Most people know about camouflage and how important it is in keeping military equipment and personnel safe. Troops wear camoflage, and there are many different types. It's also important to disguise ...

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — You can take a tour of a rare historic World War II plane this week. A B-25 Bomber called 'Maid in the Shade' landed outside of Cutter Aviation near the Colorado ...

WHITTIER, Calif. (KABC) -- She's a century-old hero, a member of an all-female crew who worked at a Burbank aircraft plant during the second World War, playing a key role in America's war effort.