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In depth story of Jay Flanagan, a restoration specialist and master woodworker at the National Air and Space Museum, and his restoration of the Lincoln-Standard H.S. at the Mary Baker Engen Restoration Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia.

To manufacture thousands of airplanes for its World War I allies, the  Army formed the Spruce Production Division (SPD) to meet the demand.

Surviving an aircraft pilot takes piloting skills and rigorous training.

Laura Bromwell’s determined spirit and career as a member of the NYPD Aviation Reserves marked the beginning of women serving as invaluable members of the combined aviation and law enforcement communities. 

Conservators had the rare opportunity to examine the cockpit of the Museum's North American X-15-1, allowing the stabilization of its delicate plastic components. 

The Museum's V-1 cruise missile gets a makeover ahead of its display in the new and upcoming Jay I. Kislak World War II in the Air gallery.

In the lead up to Season 10 we're reviving some of our favorite episodes. Today we bring you Emily's favorite, The Ninety-Nines.

In the lead up to Season 10 we're reviving some of our favorite episodes. Today we bring you Matt's favorite.

Wherever Soviet submarines went during the Cold War, they were likely being watched by P-3 Orions.