Today in Aviation History: February 7th
Space Shuttle Challenger astronauts conduct first untethered spacewalk, The Beatles arrive at JFK for their first US tour, a Cessna completes a 65-day flight and much more.
US Fighter Jet Crashes in South Korea, Pilot Safe
The pilot of a US Air Force F-16 safely ejected before crashing in a village near Kunsan AFB in South Korea during a joint military exercise.
SimpliFlying Awards Honor the Best Airlines in Social Media
The Annual SimpliFlying Awards for Social Media Excellence were held last Friday in Brooklyn, NY. Take a look at who was recognized and what they have done.
Conviasa Orders 20 New Embraer 190 Jets, Hints at US Flights
Venezuelan national airline Conviasa has placed an order for six new Embraer 190 aircraft with an option to buy as many as 14 additional jets.
Mexican Interior Secretary Killed in Helicopter Crash [UPDATED]
A helicopter carrying Mexico's Secretary of the Interior, Francisco Blake Mora, crashed about 12 miles south of the capital, killing all onboard, according to local media reports.