On April 24, 2023, the U.S. Air Force announced the termination of the Lockheed Martin Hypersonic Weapon Program Advanced Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) prototype. This decision comes as a significant development in the field of hypersonic weapon technology and has …
“Big Bunny” Graces the Skies Once Again. Hugh Hefner, the creative mind behind the Playboy empire, bought a private jet in 1970 for $5.5 million, earning it the nickname the “Mansion in the Sky.” Many famous stars, including Elvis, Cher, …
The nonprofit group Dream Flights has been honoring American heroes with WWII veteran dream flight experiences since 2011. The organization has helped more than 4,200 elderly veterans, many of whom live in long-term care facilities, take to the skies once …
After nearly two decades of dedication and craftsmanship, the Spirit 2 aircraft—a hand-built replica of the iconic Spirit of St. Louis—completed its long-awaited first flight in January 2021. Local pilot and aviation enthusiast Robert Ragozzino celebrated the achievement, marking a …
Frank Whittle: The Jet Engine Pioneer Who Revolutionized Modern Travel Frank Whittle, an English inventor and British Royal Air Force officer, created a groundbreaking invention 90 years ago that continues to shape modern aviation. Today, jet engines and aircraft are …
