The Thunderstreak Enters Service
On this day in 1954, the Republic F-84F Thunderstreak entered service. The Tunderstreak was an American-build swept-wing fighter-bomber. While it … Continue reading The Thunderstreak Enters Service
Month: May 2014
The Hornet Comes To The Blue Angels
On this day in 1986 the US Navy selected the F/A-18 Hornet as the official aircraft of The Blue Angels. … Continue reading The Hornet Comes To The Blue Angels
First flight of the thunderceptor
On this day in 1949, the Republic XF-91 Thunderceptor made its first flight. The Thunderceptor was unique in that it … Continue reading First flight of the thunderceptor
The First Flight Of The Grizzly
On this day in 1944 the Beechcraft XA-38 Grizzly had its maiden flight. The Grizzly was designed as a ground … Continue reading The First Flight Of The Grizzly
The P-47 takes flight
On this day in 1941, the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt had its first flight. The P-47 was one of the largest … Continue reading The P-47 takes flight
The F-101 Enters Service
On this day in 1957 The USAF 27th Tactical Fighter Wing took delivery of their first F-101A Voodoo. The F-101 … Continue reading The F-101 Enters Service
The Cold War Escalates
On this day in 1960, Francis Gary Powers was shot down as he flew his CIA U-2A over Degtyarsk in … Continue reading The Cold War Escalates
The Tactical Air Network 