aviation history Archives

Roscoe Turner, a pilot who defined flamboyance with his waxed mustache, a uniform that included jodhpurs, and a pet lion named Gilmore that flew with him. [Credit: Associated Press]

Colorful and Notable Characters in Aviation

Andrew Robinson - September 25, 2026 1

Why Are So Many Airplanes Yellow?

Mike Davenport - August 21, 2026 1

The newly-restored F-24 enjoying the morning sun. [All Images Credited to Mike Davenport]

Golden Age Revival

Mike Davenport - May 8, 2026 0

In Case You Missed It

Careful planning and determination will get you to your goal of building and flying your own airplane. [Credit: AdobeStock]

Last Bits

Lisa Turner - May 22, 2026 0

Of course money matters in aviation, but most of the time we never actually sit down and run the calculations.

Flying Qualities and the Horizontal Tail

Barnaby Wainfan - January 22, 2009 1

An airplane's horizontal tail is critical to stabilizing the airplane in pitch, trimming out pitching moments caused by the wing and providing control power for maneuverability.

What’s the DAR’s Role?

Mel Asberry - September 20, 2021 1

Question: I know that you are active on the Van’s Air Force (VAF) site,...

Maintenance Matters

Dave Prizio - March 20, 2014 1

Look beyond the starter motor to solve starting problems.