It was the largest aircraft of World War II – a six-engine flying colossus built to carry tanks, troops, and supplies across ...

On Dec. 9, 1941, two days after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Vultee Vice President of Production D. I. Caroll boasted that the plane manufacturer's Nashville division had increased productivity by two ...

The Hellcat’s forgiving flight characteristics and durability allowed less experienced pilots to survive early engagements and gain greater experience against the Japanese Mitsubishi A6M Zero.

Starr’s Mill High Fundamentals of Aerospace students got an up-close look at World War II airplanes with a field trip to ...

The Champaign Aviation Museum has expanded to create additional hangar space and opportunities for new programs and exhibits. A ribbon cutting for the new expanded space will be held at 1 p.m.

There were few World War 2 fighters that could match the speed and firepower of America’s premier warbirds. The Republic P-47 ...

"There were a lot of things that happened before today that gives us the freedom that we have now and that is very important ...

Most people know about camouflage and how important it is in keeping military equipment and personnel safe. Troops wear camoflage, and there are many different types. It's also important to disguise ...

Fighter aircraft of World War II left a legacy that has impacted modern military planning and aerial warfare. Despite rudimentary technology by today's standards, World War II fighters were remarkable ...