We invite you to discover the fascinating history of aviation through our interactive calendar.
Ensign Pilot Andrzej Zubrzycki, at the controls of a former German seaplane, made the first flight over the Baltic Sea, which is regarded as the symbolic birth date of Polish naval aviation.
The Boeing 707 made its maiden flight in Renton, Washington. It was the first commercial American jet passenger aircraft. Between 1958 and 1979, 1,010 examples were built.
Simultaneous commercial flights inaugurating air links between the USA and the USSR took place. An Aeroflot Il-62 flew from Moscow to New York, while a Pan Am Boeing 707 flew in the opposite direction.
The Tu-144 became the first passenger aircraft to exceed twice the speed of sound.
The Italian training aircraft Aermacchi M-346 Master made its maiden flight. Aircraft of this type, known in Poland as “Bielik”, have been used to train Polish Air Force pilots since 2016.
The Polish Aviation Museum in Kraków presents the rich history of Polish aviation through unique exhibits and interactive thematic exhibitions, educating and inspiring all who dream of the skies. It is a place where aviation tradition meets modernity, offering visitors an unforgettable experience.
