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This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet
In History

This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet

It’s a common misconception that the Messerschmitt 262 Schwalbe (Swallow) was the first fighter jet in history, though it certainly … Continue reading This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet

Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper
In History

Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper

In 1942, a smartly attired 29-year-old man by the name of Charles Carpenter signed up to join the United States Army … Continue reading Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper

The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today
In History

The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today

“… What General Weygand has called The Battle of France is over. The battle of Britain is about to begin. … Continue reading The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today

On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill
In History

On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill

Some 97 years ago on this day in history, a danger-prone, thrill-chasing kid from Columbus, Ohio set on his way … Continue reading On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill

68 Years Ago Today: Chuck Yeager Breaks the Sound Barrier.
In History

68 Years Ago Today: Chuck Yeager Breaks the Sound Barrier.

By Tom Demerly for ALERT 5. When a manned aircraft approaches the speed of the sound it is thought to … Continue reading 68 Years Ago Today: Chuck Yeager Breaks the Sound Barrier.

Remembering Pearl Harbor
In History

Remembering Pearl Harbor

72 years ago, today, the United States was the target of one of the most significant aerial attacks in history; … Continue reading Remembering Pearl Harbor

Hellcat Ablaze
The Ready Room

Hellcat Ablaze

It’s always a horrific thing seeing pictures like these, especially when it looks like a brutal end portrayed in the … Continue reading Hellcat Ablaze

Night Witches
In History

Night Witches

The 588th Night Bomber Regiment of the Soviet Air Forces was no ordinary aviation formation. Formed in 1942, the 588th … Continue reading Night Witches

India’s Newest Aircraft Carrier
In the News

India’s Newest Aircraft Carrier

Our primary focus at Milaviate is military aviation, and naval aviation is a very huge part of that. Aircraft carriers … Continue reading India’s Newest Aircraft Carrier

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