“The Wright brothers taught us how to fly and we want to encourage future generations to get involved in aviation and aviation history,” said Gordon Page, President of the Spirit of Flight Foundation. “This monument is something we have wanted to add to the museum for years.”
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Picture of the Day: Santa temporarily replaces his sleigh
Hayman Tam submitted this photo and note: “Santa arrives by helicopter at the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos, California. This year the reindeer were replaced by an Enstrom 280C Shark.”
Air Force museum debuts two new special exhibits
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has debuted a rare Soviet MiG-25 in its Cold War Gallery and will soon open a second special exhibit, Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin & The Art of War, arriving the week of Dec. 20, 2025.
Ever wonder if programs designed to get kids interested in aviation work?
The Museum of Flight in Seattle has proof they do.
Picture of the Day: Curtiss on cue
Susan Loricchio submitted this photo and note: “Looks like a great day to be up with the clouds. Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome in New York is a flying museum, where you step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and smell of the rare birds. Young and old come to volunteer in various capacities from acting to working on the aircraft.”
Beech Party celebrates American Aviation History
A highlight of Beech Party 2025 was the opening of the American Aviation History exhibit at the Beechcraft Heritage Museum.
Hawaii museum offers scholarships
Scholarships range from $2,000 to $10,000 each, for a variety of purposes from college to flight training.
How Not to Fly an Airplane
What would you do if you were mid-air and suddenly realized you were flying a plane without engine oil? Pilot and author Shirley M. Phillips tells what she did in her new memoir, “How Not To Fly An Airplane.”
Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame reveals Class of 2025
This year’s honorees represent the best of Kentucky’s aviation heritage, from pioneering military service to groundbreaking achievements in air racing and aerospace manufacturing, according to officials.