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
HURT HUNS… by Capt Hedley N. Mendez Ill, USAF MC, Chief, Flight Medicine, USAF Regional Hospital, Langley AFB, VA “The airline technical instructor was demonstrating to students the proper techniques for taxiing a DC-10. As the DC-10 made a 90-degree right turn out of its parking place, the left wing struck the vertical stabilizers of […]
“HURT HUNS” from TAC ATTACK July 1972. Read More »
If you missed the AFHF Book Club Event on Zoom on August 29th, you’re in luck. Dik Daso of the AFHF says it was recorded and will be available to view in about a month. It takes some time to edit the video for viewing, and you can check the AFHF website Book Club at
Missed MG Don Shepperd’s Book Club Event at AFHF on the 29th? You’ll get a 2nd Chance. Read More »
The following is from an article on afa.org… “Bill Croom Honored as ‘Enduring Leader’ “Bill Croom, an AFA member for more than 60 years, was honored in Washington with a special “Enduring Leadership Award” by AFA President & CEO Lt. Gen. Bruce “Orville” Wright, USAF (Ret.). A retired lieutenant colonel and combat veteran of the
SSS Member Bill Croom Receives AFA Award as “Enduring Leader”. Read More »