An ingenious blend of airplane and helicopter features, the Fairey Rotodyne was a case of almost–but not quite enough.
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Clyde Cessna and the Birth of a Legend
The automobile salesman turned pioneer aviator traded wheels for wings and pursued his dream of flying, building and selling airplanes.
A ‘Flying Flivver’ in Every Garage
A ‘flying flivver’ in every garage, plus handy airparks, were the post-WWII fantasy for many Americans.
The ‘mystery man’ behind the Spirit of St. Louis
B.F. Mahoney was the ‘mystery man’ behind the Ryan company that built Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis.
General George C. Kenney in the Pacific Theater
General George C. Kenney pioneered aerial warfare strategy and tactics in the Pacific theater.
Midway Islands’ Undaunted Defenders
Outclassed by the approaching Japanese carrier task force, the American airmen at Midway prepared to do their best—unaware that a U.S. Navy carrier force was coming to their aid.
First Fire of Operation Torch – November ’96 World War II Feature
In the crucible of Operation Torch, the men of Sub-Task Force Goalpost received their […]