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April 14, 2025

1942 Aircraft Design

In 1942, WWII was in full swing – and so was aircraft production. During that time, every US automaker was tasked with shifting production from cars to aircraft to assist with the war effort.
Wingtop photo
December 23, 2024

Creativity Takes Flight: Whimsical Group Photography in Aviation

A look at unique group photos throughout aviation history
Cessna factory worker Mina Weber
August 16, 2024

Aircraft Factory Lipstick

WWII-era woman factory worker applies lipstick in the reflection of aircraft aluminum
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August 6, 2024

Bouquet of Speed

Overhead view of early USAF interceptor jets.
Lockheed SR-71B Cockpit Design
July 11, 2024

Lockheed SR-71B Cockpit Design

Close-up of a Lockheed SR-71B Blackbird Cockpit.