The Museum of Flight Blog
Read profiles of individuals in the STEM industry, articles on the history of flight in the Pacific Northwest, behind-the-scenes exclusives about the Museum and its Collection, answers to commonly-asked questions about topics in flight, industry and Museum updates and more on The Museum of Flight Blog.
Top 5 Things To Do at the Museum This Fall 2019
When the weather turns cold and rainy in Seattle, it's the perfect time to plan a trip to the...
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Pilot Profile: Candyce Henderson
For Candyce Henderson, First Officer for Frontier Airlines, it all began with Mae Jemison. “In the...
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Practice Makes Perfect: The Men Behind the Apollo 11 Recovery Mission
The Apollo 11 Moon landing is regarded as one of the most incredible moments in human history. But...
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Perspectives on the Vietnam War from Veterans
Vietnam veterans from diverse backgrounds and experiences gathered with friends, family, and...
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Why Visitors Love Our "Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission" Exhibit
Imagine the feeling of floating and seeing bright stars set against the inky darkness of the night...
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Vietnam War Pilots and the Planes They Flew
Jerry Coy and Jay Fontaine served during the Vietnam War and flew the O-2A and the F-4. Their...
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The Legacy of the Lunar Rover
The Moon buggy is the dream car of thousands of kids―and probably some adults too. There’s a good...
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Stories of a B-17 Pilot
The B-17 has seen its fair share of stories during its illustrious history. At The Museum of...
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A Spy Plane Like No Other: The Blackbird
The supersonic legend Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is the fastest stealth aircraft in the world....
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