The Missouri Aviation Historical Society held two major meetings for winter 2014, with over 110 people combined in attendance. For our January meeting, Dr. Daniel L. Rust gave a comprehensive history of one of the oldest airfields in the country, Lambert Field. Dr. Rust will be the author of a future book covering the airport from an agreement with the Missouri History Museum, Lambert St. Louis International Airport and The Missouri […]
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The Missouri Aviation Historical Society held it’s first annual Christmas party on an icy December 8th, 2013 at our usual meeting spot at Creve Coeur Airport. The halls were decked with decorations, music, videos, and a catered dinner as members enjoyed the final meet-up of 2013. We wish everyone a safe and wonderful New Year, and get ready for an amazing 2014!
Check out photos from MOAVHIST member Joe Gurney’s community education class on the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. The two hour course was taught at the St. Louis Community College- Meramec campus and featured a variety of stunning photos, videos, and handouts for all participants. Gurney began the class with a 40 minute history and overview of the Blue Angels significance before handing it to the special guest of the night, Bill […]
Check out photos from the annual St. Charles Airport Pumpkin Drop Event, special thanks to Moavhist member Myron Lane for the photos.
Check out some great photos from MOAVHIST members Joe Gurney and Myron Lane of recent spotting’s around the St. Louis area. Recently, an effort by the St. Louis aviation community went underway to restore a vandalized McDonnell F-101 Voodoo in Florissant Missouri. In addition, visits by the Tuskegee Airmen restored P-51 Mustang and “Despicable Blimp” have caught the eyes of young and old alike around the state. Lastly, we have caught […]
It’s the summer airshow season! Check out some shots of the 2013 Cape Airfest and U.S. Bank Airshow from Fair St. Louis! In addition, the EAA’s B-17 “Aluminum Overcast” made numerous appearances and rides at St. Louis Downtown Airport, the U.S. Bank Airshow, and Spirit of St. Louis Airport! Mid summer was truly an experience for local aviation enthusiasts! Photos thanks to MOAVHIST members Joe Gurney, Derrick Irwin, Chase Kohler, […]