Today in History – September 30, 1950 – 1st Congress of the IAF (international Aeronautic Federation) in Paris. (1)

30 September 1950 – The International Astronautical Federation (IAF) was founded in 1951, when scientists from the field of space research gathered in an attempt to ensure a constant dialogue between the space nations, regardless of political turmoil. In its early years, the Federation and its annual International Astronautical Congresses – better known as the

Edward S. Mansfield “Headed West” on October 24, 2021.

By MB Barrett

We are sad to learn that Ted Mansfield “Headed West” on October 21st of this year.

Ted flew the F-100 with the 308th & 306th Tactical Fighter Squadrons out of George AFB, CA. Of note, he had two ejections from aircraft, once in Spain in 1962 in an F-84 Thunderjet, and again in 1966 in an F-84.

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