Today in Aviation History: Howard “Scrappy” Johnson Breaks World Altitude Record
On May 7, 1965, Maj. Howard "Scrappy" Johnson soared into the history…
INTO THE THIN AIR: F-104 Starfighter World Altitude Records
By Stephen Chapis When Lockheed Skunk Works unveiled the XF-104 in 1954,…
Joint Mission – Helping Homeless Veterans Regain Their Dignity
While we at WarbirdsNews have a strong focus on preserving and promoting…
Robin Olds, The Artist
As often does, Colonel Scrappy Johnson sends me emails about facts or anecdotes…
The Luftwaffe in 1961 by Howard “Scrappy” Johnson, Part 3
In the Luftwaffe, pilots are subject to the laws of the civilian…
The Luftwaffe in 1961 by Howard “Scrappy” Johnson, Part 2
To read part one click HERE. After his first emotions of relief…
The Luftwaffe in 1961 by Howard “Scrappy” Johnson, Part 1
Few days ago we have published an introductory article about Howard "Scrappy"…
Howard “Scrappy” Johnson,The Fighter Pilot
During my research for a book about the pilots who flew F-104…
F-104 Starfighter Veterans on the Ongena Touch-Roll-Touch Maneuver
You've probably seen this video before, Legendary Belgian Air Force Silvers Aerobatic…