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
14 October 1966 – Capt Melvin Ruper Ellis grew up in Seattle, WA. He enlisted in the USAF and on June 15, 1966, began his Vietnam tour and was assigned to the 308th TFS. On his 95th mission over Kien Hoa province, his F-100D #553559 was shot down and he ejected. His chute failed to […]
13 October 1922 – The National Air Races were held at Selfridge Field (now, the Selfridge Air National Guard Base) near Mount Clemens, Michigan, from 8 to 14 October of that year. First place had gone to Theodore J. Koenig flying a Packard Lepère L USA C.II biplane and second place to Major Follet Bradley
Today in History – October 13, 1922 – Pilot wins $1200 in National Air Race. Read More »
12 October 1966 – Capt James H. Bradley and Capt Walter C Hersman were both assigned to Bien Hoa AB in Vietnam. Bradley was flying F-100F #563869 on a mission over SVN to locate a Vietcong concentration. In his backseat was A1C T. Tatnall. Here’s the story from James. It was Columbus Day, October 12,