HM Airship R-100 arrived in St. Hubert Quebec after an Atlantic crossing from Cardigan, Wales.
The picture above shows in floating over the Toronto skyline
Today in aviation history – July 28, 1930
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Today in aviation history – July 27 1949
The de Havilland Comet flew for the first time. Plagued by problems with metal fatigue and a poorly designed wing, the world’s first jetliner suffered a number of spectacular crashes.
Less than a month to go – Airplane junkie heaven
In 23 days I’ll hop a plane for a quick flight to Milwaukee to attend AirVenture 2010, better known as Oshkosh.
AirVenture is the world’s largest gathering of aircraft and enthusiasts. First held in 1953 with about 150 visitors, it’s grown to the point that over 2,500 planes are set to arrive. Here’s a long video that explains the whole thing.
Once a year, Oshkosh becomes the busiest airport in the world!
UPDATE: Work got in the way. Had to cancel.