We’ve all grown familiar with horror stories about technological mishaps involving personal assistant bots, like Alexa and Siri, and self-driving cars.... more >
The Museum of Flight Blog
Your destination for stories and insights on all things aviation and aerospace.
And the Oscar Goes to . . . Wings!
In February, Hollywood’s finest will gather in Hollywood for the film industry’s most important event: the Academy Awards, and the Best Picture winner... more >
The First Man Was A Pilot First
As we approach the fiftieth anniversary of Apollo 11 and wonder how in the world we got to the Moon, let’s erase the lines between the histories of... more >
The World's Worst Aircraft Disaster
According to two separate reports in 2017, from a Dutch consulting firm and the Aviation Safety Network, 2017 was the safest year on record for... more >
Quirks Of The First Jet Powered Air Force One
The sleek blue, white and metallic livery of Air Force One makes it one of the most recognizable aircraft on the planet. But the plane that you’re most... more >
"Still A Jedi At Heart," a Star Wars Reads Day Finalist
Each year, enterprising young authors submit stories that reimagine the Star Wars universe to our Empire Writes Back! Writing Contest, and we're... more >
"Yoda's Story," a Star Wars Reads Day Finalist
Each year, enterprising young authors submit stories that reimagine the Star Wars universe to our Empire Writes Back! Writing Contest, and we're... more >
"The Skywalker Force Reunion," a Star Wars Reads Day Finalist
Each year, enterprising young authors submit stories that reimagine the Star Wars universe to our Empire Writes Back! Writing Contest, and we're... more >
Who Are The Night Witches?
Besides having what just might be the coolest name in aviation history, the Night Witches were a tough bunch of women pilots and navigators who stood... more >
Top 5 Things To Do This Fall At The Museum Of Flight
When the cold, rainy weather returns to Seattle, it’s the perfect time to visit the Museum and check out new exhibits, events, and fun activities for... more >