April 2nd in Aviation History: France Establishes World’s First Air Force, Boeing 777 Sets Speed Record
An 18th century French balloon becomes the first military aviation vehicle, SAAB is founded in Sweden, a 777 sets a round-the-world speed record, Rakesh Sharma becomes the first Indian to visit space, and more...
The 3 Plane Crashes You’ve Never Heard Of: Aviation’s Sacrificial Lambs
There are more than a few crashes from the last decade that you probably have never heard of, but your safety could benefit from their lessons. Why the lack of media coverage?
Get Free NYCAviation Gear When You Donate to the Red Cross Japan Earthquake Relief Fund
In the wake of the horrible events that are still taking place in Japan, NYCAviation has set up a donation page to help the millions that are estimated to be in need of assistance. Donations will be rewarded with free NYCAviati...
Rough Luv: Two Southwest Birds Clip Wings in Detroit
Two Southwest 737s clip wings while pushing back from their gates at Detroit Metro Airport.
January 21st in Aviation History: First Concorde Passenger Flight, Cargolux Lands on Van and 40 More Events!
The Concorde begins scheduled service for both British Airways and Air France, crashes of Galaxy Airlines 203, Pan Am 1104 and an Iranian 727. NASA's Spirit rover ceases communication from Mars, and more...