Its initials stand for Scout Experimental, but the S.E.5a was one of the most effective fighters of World War I. Philip Makanna For the cover of the premier issue of Air & Space/Smithsonian magazine, ...

Early aviation featured both monoplanes, which offered aerodynamic advantages with thick cantilever wings (pioneered by Junkers), and biplanes. Biplanes became dominant due to practical benefits such ...

The concept still demonstrates its strong, lightweight structure and excellent maneuverability at low speed. Many people are aware—consciously or instinctively—that the world’s first successful ...

For a decent chunk of aviation history, biplanes were everywhere, whether it was dogfights, training flights, or stunt shows. But then, suddenly, they weren't. To see what changed, we'll have to turn ...

Fashions in fighting planes have changed since the War. Nearly all nations have gone over from the once popular biplane type to the monoplane. But the U. S. government has continued satisfied with the ...

Three 1930's-era biplanes landed Wednesday morning at Benton Airpark in Redding on a journey marking the 100th anniversary of domestic airmail service. The three biplanes are retracing a pioneering ...