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16May

By Alexander PaskNo Comments

History

The Impact of the Cold War on Aviation

Last week, we covered the impact of WWII on aviation. This got me thinking, what was the impact of the Cold War on aviation? The Cold War was a war that wasn't really a war... at least not by traditional means. After WWII, the US and USSR, who had once been allies, now became enemies. Instead of fighting a traditional war, the US and USSR set up proxies that would fight one another. Stirring up rebellions and revolts in several countries and rigging elections in others. During these proxy wars, both Russians and Americans would aid, by ending aircraft and pilots to train new recruits. This had a profound effect on aviation throughout the cold war! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Jet Engine Whilst the Cold War certainly didn't invent t...

9May

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History

The Impact of WWII on Aviation

Yesterday marked the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII in Europe. So this had me thinking, what was the impact of WWII on aviation? WWII impacted every industry that was around in the 1940's. Whilst this only comprises what was developed during the Second World War, there is likely no way of knowing the entire impact of WWII on aviation! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Save Aircraft Manufacturers The 1930's hit every industry incredibly hard, thanks to the Great Depression. Many aircraft manufacturers were forced to close as there was no one to buy their aircraft. Some aircraft manufacturers were able to change their business and provide other goods. This affected major players in all countries, including the legendary William Boeing and ...