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This Day in Aviation History: 1 Nov 1954: US Air Force begins retirement of Boeing B-29 Superfortress from service. The United States Air Force began to retire the Boeing B-29 Superfortress from service and sent the aircraft mostly to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Tucson, Arizona, nicknamed “The Boneyard.” The dry, desert climate and hard, alkaline soil made the base ideal for long-term aircraft storage. The B-29 Superfortress was the most technologically advanced—and complex—aircraft of World War II. It required the manufacturing capabilities of?the?entire nation to produce. Over 1,400,000 engineering man-hours had been required to design?the?prototypes. The bomber served during World War II and the Korean War and continued in active U.S. service until 1960. In addition to its primary mission as a long-range heavy bomber, the Superfortress also served as a photographic reconnaissance airplane (F-13), a weather recon airplane (WB-29), and a tanker (KB-29). The Superfortress was manufactured by Boeing in Seattle and Renton, Washington, and Wichita, Kansas; by the Glenn L. Martin Company in Omaha, Nebraska; and by Bell Aircraft Corporation in Marietta, Georgia. Source: https://lnkd.in/eXkMVyUR #thisdayinhistory #aviationhistory #thisdayinaviationhistory #b29 #boeing #superfortress #airforce

On August 27, 1939, a significant milestone in aviation history was achieved in Germany when the Heinkel He 178, the world's first jet-powered aircraft, successfully completed its maiden flight. This pioneering event marked the beginning of a new era in aviation technology, transitioning from traditional propeller-driven engines to the more powerful and efficient jet propulsion. Designed by the German aeronautical engineer Hans von Ohain, the Heinkel He 178 demonstrated the feasibility of jet propulsion, which would eventually revolutionize both civilian and military aviation. The aircraft's first flight was piloted by Erich Warsitz, who took off from Marienehe Airfield, now part of Rostock, and flew for a few minutes, proving the concept of jet-powered flight. The Heinkel He 178's successful flight not only showcased the potential for faster and higher flying aircraft but also set the stage for the development of subsequent jet aircraft, which would become pivotal during World War II and beyond. Despite its groundbreaking achievement, the Heinkel He 178 did not enter into production or see combat, but its legacy as the progenitor of jet aviation continues to be celebrated today. #milestonesinhistory #aviationhistory #JetPropulsionRevolution #HeinkelHe178 #PioneeringAviation #HansVonOhain #ErichWarsitz #JetAgeBegins

On August 27, 1939, a significant milestone in aviation history was achieved in Germany when the Heinkel He 178, the world's first jet-powered aircraft, successfully completed its maiden flight. This pioneering event marked the beginning of a new era in aviation technology, transitioning from traditional propeller-driven engines to the more powerful and efficient jet propulsion. Designed by the German aeronautical engineer Hans von Ohain, the Heinkel He 178 demonstrated the feasibility of jet propulsion, which would eventually revolutionize both civilian and military aviation. The aircraft's first flight was piloted by Erich Warsitz, who took off from Marienehe Airfield, now part of Rostock, and flew for a few minutes, proving the concept of jet-powered flight. The Heinkel He 178's successful flight not only showcased the potential for faster and higher flying aircraft but also set the stage for the development of subsequent jet aircraft, which would become pivotal during World War II and beyond. Despite its groundbreaking achievement, the Heinkel He 178 did not enter into production or see combat, but its legacy as the progenitor of jet aviation continues to be celebrated today. #milestonesinhistory #aviationhistory #JetPropulsionRevolution #HeinkelHe178 #PioneeringAviation #HansVonOhain #ErichWarsitz #JetAgeBegins

Did you know? The Boeing 707 was the first jet airliner to cross the Atlantic Ocean in 1957? Here are some fascinating facts about this historic aircraft: - Pioneering Flight: The 707 revolutionized commercial air travel, making long-distance flights more accessible and affordable. - Versatility: It was also used as a military transport aircraft and served as the basis for several other Boeing models. - Legacy: The 707's design and technology influenced many subsequent commercial aircraft. Have you ever seen or flown on a Boeing 707? Share your memories in the comments! #DidYouKnow #Boeing #AviationFacts #707 #Airplanes #History #PlanePoster #CockpitPosters #AirplaneHistory

Do you know the story behind the first Air Force One? The aircraft – Columbine II, a Lockheed Constellation VC-121-A – was the first aircraft given the now-famous call-sign while flying President Dwight Eisenhower in 1953. Learn more about the history behind the airplane often affectionately referred to as “America’s business aircraft.” See link for a great video from the #NBAA #bizav #businessaviation #airtravel #aircraft #aviation

I had to give some tours of our Lockheed P2V& Neptune at the Greenwood Military Aviation Museum this past weekend. As the sayin goes: In the land of the blind, the one eyed man is king. While getting prepped up, I tripped over this old Canadian Air Force promo video on Youtube which dates back to 1955 or so (my thanks to the Canadian Aviation Heritage Channel for posting). Pretty much everyone who toured was fascinated with the twin radial-twin jet configuration of the aircraft. It seems that the aircraft was underpowered - presumably single engine out performance was somewhat sketchy hence the addition of the Westinghouse J34 engines which produced something like 3500 lbs of thrust each. These were used sparingly as they were gas hogs (and yes - their diet was AvGas). They were used on take-off to boost performance (and as an insurance policy in case one of the big pistons failed) then shut down during climb/transit to the mission location. During low altitude missions, the inlet doors were opened so that the jets would windmill enabling a quick start if one of the Wright Cyclones misbehaved over the cold, dark North Atlantic. During approach to land, the jets were fired up and kept at idle just in case a go-around was required. The 25 Neptune's delivered to Canada came with no jets for some reason but were upgraded a couple of years later. #P2Neptune #aerospaceengineering

Behold the Napier Dagger, a testament to British innovation in pre-WWII aviation! This compact yet mighty 24-cylinder H-pattern engine embodies Napier’s dedication to high-performance engineering, fueling military aircraft with speed and agility. Its unique H-block design, air-cooled for efficiency, pushed technological boundaries in aviation, making it a legend of its time. The Napier Dagger is not just an engine; it’s a symbol of an era where precision and power converged in the skies.

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This Day in Aviation: May 1, 1965. The Lockheed YF-12A set five FAI world records for speed, with the fastest result clocking in at 2,070 miles per hour, and a single FAI world record for altitude at 80,259 feet. The aircraft, a part of the Air Force's "Skunk Works" Department, was a prototype that helped produce the SR-71 Blackbird, which would go on to set the record for fastest air-breathing aircraft. Read more about the YF-12A in this article! https://lnkd.in/gNXFHgjA