August 24, 1974
June 9, 1997
1997: The Pathfinder RPV sets a new world record for high-altitude flight by a solar powered aircraft, reaching 67,350 ft. This flight to the highest altitude ever reached by a propeller-driven aircraft took place at the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Kauai, Hawaii.
May 9, 1944
1944: General Electric’s XJ79 turbojet engine makes its first flight in the NB-45 test aircraft over Schenectady, N.Y. This engine later develops and is tested in December 1955, becoming the j79. This engine will subsequently
May 4, 1968
1968: Gen Carl Spaatz (USAF retired) receives the Thomas D. White National Defense Award for 1968. The above book is published by the Air Force Historical Foundation. #Literature History
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2025 State of the Foundation To all AFHF members, It is a tremendous privilege to provide this summary of Foundation accomplishments to our membership for the 2025 calendar year. There are two specific items that
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Bylaws
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Digital Archives: Univ of Alabama
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In Their Own Words Throughout history, the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force have defended the United States in the air, space, and cyberspace through the skill and courage of our Airmen and Guardians.
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