Pilot and astronaut John W. Young may indeed be the most well-rounded and experienced pilot in history. What an achievement.
John W. Young, one of history’s most experienced pilots.
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Category Archives: History
A conversation with Apollo 11 pilot, Michael Collins
An interesting conversation with Apollo 11 Command Module pilot, Michael Collins. His humour and wit shines through in the interview. Enjoy!
Berlin Candy Bomber
Click here for an interesting story from the Smithsonian on the Berlin Candy Bomber.
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Trailblazing women who ferried warplanes during WWII
Interesting story below from W5 about the women in the Air Transport Auxiliary in WW2.
Click here to visit the article for more information & photos.
Canada’s first female jet airline pilot honoured with Alberta Order of Excellence
Flying off aircraft carriers in the 50s/60s
Click here for an interesting account from Air Facts Journal of what it was like to fly off an aircraft carrier before the jet-age arrived.
New theory about Amelia Earhart’s disappearance.
Click here for the article from History channel.
Magnetic vs. True headings; an interesting read
Click here for an article from aviation blogger David Learmount and he presents a compelling argument on the issue of magnetic vs true headings.
Bob Hoover, gone west at 94.
Bob Hoover has passed at 94. His impact on aviation will remain for generations.
Click here or on the picture below to read more about this incredible pilot.
Godspeed, Mr. Hoover.
History of Gander airport by Stuart McLean
Cool talk from CBC’s Stuart McLean on the history of Gander airport (CYQX).
