By Aviation Enthusiasts LLC The McDonnell F2H Banshee flew for the first time 68 years ago today. Affectionately known by those who flew it as the “Old Banjo,” the F2H served the Navy and the […]
Edited from an article by Phil Buckley In Perth, Western Australia, an unusual warbird type is beginning its journey back into flying condition. A MiG-21U Mongul-B twin seater fighter jet recently arrived from the USA for […]
With much thanks to the International F-104 Society, WarbirdsNews is happy to report on the recent refurbishment of a Lockheed F-104J Starfighter in Chitose on the island of Hokkaido, Japan. The recently restored Starfighter served the Japanese Air […]
While it is not typical for WarbirdsNews to comment on modern military matters, we feel it is relevant to mention the recent closure announcement for several historic air bases in the United Kingdom. RAF Mildenhall […]
Based upon an article by John Parker of Warbirds Online John Parker recently visited Historic Aircraft Restorations Limited in Albion Park, New South Wales, Australia. This is the world renowned Historic Aircraft Restoration Society’s main workshop. […]
PRESS RELEASE – DAYTON, Ohio — As you take a 360-degree tour inside the cargo area of the C-17 on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, you’ll notice typical items […]
The Boeing B-29 Superfortress known as ‘Doc’ is in the final days of her restoration. There are just a few minor details to finish with the avionics installation, and setting the limits for the flaps […]
Press Release: Have you ever wondered what it is like to tour with one of the Commemorative Air Force’s biggest and most interesting bombers? The CAF AirPower History Tour has select crewmember positions open for […]
As usual, WarbirdsNews has received the latest XP-82 Twin Mustang restoration update from Tom Reilly at his workshop in Douglas, Georgia. Here’s what they’ve been up to this month! Center Section All the gear door […]
WarbirdsNews has been following the gradual dismantling of the B-17G Flying Fortress known as Lacey Lady since earlier this summer. The recovery crew lowered the aircraft from her perch above the now-closed gas station in […]
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