News reports from Russia say legendary Soviet test pilot Marina Popovich has passed away on Nov. 30. She was a former Soviet Air Force colonel and military test pilot.
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P-51D crash that killed ex president of Sikorsky could have been avoided
The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board has published its investigation into the crash of a P-51D warbird in February 2016.
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70th anniversary of supersonic flight
Edwards Air Force Base will mark the 70th anniversary of the first supersonic flight and the ceremony will be broadcast live on YouTube via ABC News affiliate KERO.
Flight Test Historical Foundation to commemorate 20th anniversary of F-22’s first flight
he Flight Test Historical Foundation will be hosting a Gathering of Eagles event on Oct. 21 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the F-22’s first flight.
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Sole civilian Sea Hornet being restored to flying condition
Pioneer Aero Ltd in New Zealand has taken up the challenge to restore the only civilian Sea Hornet F.20 TT193 to flying status. Hit the link below for the full report by Warbird News.
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