Feb 24, 2021 | NACA To NASA
NACA To NASA Ninety-five years ago a committee of 12 volunteers with a budget of $5,000 embarked on a mission to change the face of U.S. aviation, and in doing so established a legacy of innovative aeronautical research that continues at NASA today. Established by...
Feb 16, 2021 | Honoring Black History Month Brig Gen Charles McGee
Brigadier General Charles McGee Brig. Gen. Charles McGee flew more than 409 combat missions during his legendary Air Force career — and nearly five decades later, the barrier-breaking aviator’s service continues to leave people in awe. McGee, who flew patrol and...
Feb 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Blue Angels are celebrating their 75th season this year, and the US Navy’s storied Flight Demonstration Squadron is marking that milestone with the unveiling of new jets for the team – the F/A-18E Super Hornet. The Blues’ public debut performance in this...
Feb 9, 2021 | David Lee "Tex" and Mazie Hill
David Lee “Tex” and Mazie Hill With a nickname like “Tex”, it would seem obvious where David Lee Hill was born. But it was in the town of Kwangju, Korea that David Lee “Tex” Hill was born on July 13, 1915. His parents, both missionaries, returned from...
Feb 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
Coordinating the countless moving parts of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is a challenge in the best of times, but coming back from 2020’s COVID-caused cancellation raises expectations regarding health and safety measures in planning this year’s event on July...
Feb 3, 2021 | Warbirds Profile: "GUNFIGHTER" with Larry "Lumpy" Lumpkin
Warbirds Profile: “GUNFIGHTER” with Larry “Lumpy” Lumpkin The Commemorative Air Force assigned Larry as the Primary Sponsor and Aircraft Coordinator for Gunfighter. As such, Lumpy leads the team that keeps Gunfighter on tour. We are committed...
Feb 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Are you planning on bringing your aircraft to AirVenture 2021? Would you like to be sure all of your paperwork is in our hands before you arrive? Please be sure to pre-register your aircraft here We are looking forward to seeing you in July!...
