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Joe Kittinger’s Death-Defying Leap From the Edge of Space
Over 50 years ago, Joe Kittinger rode a balloon 102,800 feet up to the edge of space. Then he jumped out.
What Happened to Amelia?: 9 Tantalizing Theories About the Earhart Disappearance
On the 75th anniversary of her disappearance, explore theories about Amelia Earhart’s final days—some more plausible than others.
Amelia Earhart’s Navigator: The Life and Loss of Fred Noonan
Forever remembered as “Amelia Earhart’s navigator,” Fred Noonan disappeared with the famous aviator 75 years ago on July 2, 1937.
The Akutan Zero: How a Captured Japanese Fighter Plane Helped Win World War II
While the Battle of Midway raged, Allied fighters in the Aleutian Islands quietly captured a Japanese fighter plane that helped them win World War II.
Amelia Earhart’s Historic Landing, 80 Years Ago
Five years after Charles Lindbergh’s 1927 transatlantic solo flight, Amelia Earhart became the second person and first woman to accomplish the feat.
The Hindenburg Disaster: 9 Surprising Facts
On the 75th anniversary of the Hindenburg disaster, explore nine surprising facts about the massive German airship and its fiery demise.
Missing World War II Ace Located After 71 Years
British researchers have found the final resting place of Derek Allen, a Royal Air Force pilot who went missing in 1940.
Last of Polish Pilots Who Defended England During Battle of Britain Dies
A World War II flier thought to have been the last surviving Polish veteran of the Battle of Britain died last week at 97.
U-2 Spy Plane’s Retirement Signals the End of an Era
After more than 50 years gathering intelligence 13 miles in the air, the high-altitude aircraft will be phased out by 2015.
Amazing Rescues
These incredible rescue operations saved lives, brought together communities and captivated millions of well-wishers around the world.
