On This Day in Aviation History in 1903 and 2025

Aviation History, Aviation news, HistoryBy KSOP EditorDecember 18, 2025

On this day in Aviation History in 1903 and 2025 Contributor: Barry Fetzer Sources: Library of Congress, www.euronews.com, Associated Press Today in 1903, a date we should attempt to never let pass without at least a mention,  Orville and Wilbur Wright achieved the first successful powered flight at Kitty Hawk.  Orville piloted this flight that…

Today in Aviation History in 1933: Alcohol and Aviation and the 21st Amendment to our Constitution

Aviation History, Aviation news, HistoryBy KSOP EditorDecember 18, 2025

Today in Aviation History in 1933: Alcohol and Aviation and the 21st Amendment to our Constitution Contributor: Barry Fetzer Sources: Copilot   Today in 1933, the 21st Amendment to our Constitution was ratified repealing the 18th Amendment that prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages.  Alcohol was legal again. “What”, you rightfully ask,…