A number of women played significant roles in the history of aviation and flight during the 20th century. Meet them in this photo gallery and learn about their achievements.

Detailed timeline with descriptions of the major events and scientific developments of aviation in the 20th century. Timeline is separated by decade.

An interactive timeline lets you see examples of military aircraft that have evolved since the first flight of the Wright brothers. Links at the bottom of the page lead to articles about fighter pilots.

A collection of photographs taken during the Gulf War by the XVIII Airborne Corps History Office. They are representative of the types of photographic products generated during combat and contingency operations as historical evidence by...

View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1991 to commemorate Harriet Quimby, the first woman ever to earn a pilot's license in the U.S. With a short passage on her accomplishments in both aviation and journalism.

This immense gallery of photos of Canada is divided into topics and accompanying text. Includes agriculture, aviation, people, natural resources, structures, and scenic views! An invaluable site for educators, students, and anyone who...

Take a virtual trip to see the USS Yorktown, one of 24 Essex-class aircraft carriers built during World War II for the United States Navy. She is named after the Battle of Yorktown of the American Revolutionary War and is the fourth U.S....

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

Online museum of airplanes, pilots, airplane engines, and historical background information. Great sound effects are included!

View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1998 to commemorate the Wright Brothers first flight near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Includes a detailed paragraph about the famous flight.

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

Collection of articles ranging from basic to advanced on aerodynamics theory.

Did you know that the hot-air balloon is the oldest form of successful human flight? Briefly described is the history and construction of hot-air balloons. Follow the link to "images of hot-air balloons and balloon racing" to view...

A riveting eyewitness account of an RAF pilot describing his participation in a dogfight over Britain when the Germans were attempting to bomb Great Britain into surrender at the beginning of World War II. Included is an audio of Winston...

A riveting eyewitness account of an RAF pilot describing his participation in a dogfight over Britain when the Germans were attempting to bomb Great Britain into surrender at the beginning of World War II. Included is an audio of Winston...

A riveting eyewitness account of an RAF pilot describing his participation in a dogfight over Britain when the Germans were attempting to bomb Great Britain into surrender at the beginning of World War II. Included is an audio of Winston...

Discusses the various types of jet engines and explains how they produce their power. Describes the primary components of jet engines and their respective roles.

Online exhibit about one engineer's role in the designing and making of passenger airships or 'zeppelins'

A collection of photographs taken during the Gulf War by the XVIII Airborne Corps History Office. They are representative of the types of photographic products generated during combat and contingency operations as historical evidence...