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During World War I, a new form of espionage took flight—literally. Photography from aircraft was introduced as a new way to spy.
Picture the Earth from above. In your mind's eye, what do you see? Today, we have access to air and space technology that lets us see various views of the Earth with ease.
A story examining the lore and enduring appeal of taildraggers.
The development of Microsoft's desktop computer Flight Simulator.
Thanks to GPS, ecologists today can track thousands of animals all the time with tracking devices that can be smaller than a quarter. But in 1970 there was just a weather satellite, a 23 pound collar, and an elk named Monique. On this episode of AirSpace, we talk to some of the scientists who use space to track animals here on Earth.
More than 50 years ago, a fire killed three Apollo astronauts. My grandfather was there.
Ambitious plans for gas stations in space could extend the lives of satellites
What's new in aviation and space.
Artists have envisioned stunning possibilities of our futures in space, from living on distant worlds to constructing orbiting fuel depots. many of these paintings, drawings, and even models can be found in the collection of the National Air and Space Museum.
The Loving WR-3 was a roadable airplane designed and built by Neal V. Loving, an aeronautical engineer and pilot.