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  • Photo Credit: airliners.net - Max Foxbatru Bryansky
    December 17, 2024

    Number 89 of 100 in 100: The North American T-6 Texan

    Conceptualization:   In the mid-1930s, aviation was undergoing a significant transformation. Global tensions were rising, and the demand for trained military pilots was growing rapidly. Military forces recognized the need for a modern, advanced trainer aircraft that could prepare pilots for...

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  • Photo Credit: aerocorner.com
    December 13, 2024

    Number 87 of 100 in 100: The Fairchild 24

    Conceptualization:   In the early 1930s, Fairchild Aircraft faced significant financial challenges during the Great Depression, including a sharp decline in demand for airline purchases. This prompted the company to pivot its focus toward producing smaller, reliable aircraft tailored for...

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  • Photo Credit: airliners.net - Tak-SJST Spotters
    November 11, 2024

    Number 69 of 100 in 100: The A-10 Warthog 🛦

    Conceptualization:   The A-10 Warthog was developed in the late 1960s, a time when the U.S. military faced an urgent need for a highly specialized aircraft to handle close air support (CAS) roles. With the Cold War in full swing, the...

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  • Photo Credit: westtexaswing.com
    April 25, 2024

    Number 11 of 100 in 100, The Fairchild PT-19 🛩️

    Unveiling the History of WWII's Iconic Trainer Plane!   Conceptualization:   The Fairchild PT-19 was developed in the 1930s, during a period when the aviation industry was rapidly expanding, fueled by advancements in technology and growing interest in military aviation....

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