Legends of Military Aviation

It flew above 80,000 feet at more than three times the speed of sound. It carried no weapons, yet hostile forces never shot one down. Discover the remarkable story of the SR-71 Blackbird, the Cold War reconnaissance aircraft that pushed pilots, maintainers, engineers and aviation technology to the edge of what seemed possible.

World War II ace. Vietnam combat commander. Architect of Operation Bolo. Robin Olds became one of the most respected fighter pilots in U.S. Air Force history not simply because he could fight, but because he believed a commander should face the same dangers as the Airmen he led. Discover the story of the man behind the Phantom, the Wolfpack—and the legendary mustache.

For more than seventy years, the C-130 Hercules has flown where others could not—delivering troops, humanitarian aid, and hope to every corner of the world. Discover the story of the legendary airlifter and the crews who made it one of the most trusted aircraft in military aviation history.

More than 100 air-to-air victories. No confirmed air-to-air combat losses. The F-15 Eagle didn't earn its legendary reputation by accident. Discover the story of the fighter that redefined air superiority—and the pilots, crew chiefs, and maintainers who made its remarkable legacy possible.

In 1944, a young Army Air Forces captain named Chuck Yeager shot down the world's first operational jet fighter — flying a propeller-driven P-51 Mustang. Three years later, he became the fastest man alive. This is the story of both.