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A look back at the people, skills and expertise that helped shape aviation history.
Aviation Maintenance Through the YearsExplore seven historical photographs capturing the evolution of aviation maintenance and technical training:
1920s: Mechanics working on a U.S. Army Air Corps Vought VE-7 aircraft.
Women training as aircraft engine mechanics at Douglas Aircraft Company, California.
A master mechanic working on a Flying Fortress powerplant at a western U.S. aircraft factory.
Aircraft construction workshop at a vocational school in San Diego, California.
Lubricating and servicing a Boeing B-17F Flying Fortress at Boeing’s Seattle plant.
Circa 1942: A mechanic testing a Mustang fighter aircraft at North American Aviation, California.
Women training in precision aircraft engine installation at Douglas Aircraft Company, Long Beach.
From early aircraft workshops to increasingly advanced engineering practices, these photographs highlight the craftsmanship, dedication and technical knowledge behind aviation’s progress.
At IKAROS, we honour this legacy by supporting the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals.
Air Safety Starts on the Ground.
Photo Sources: Wikimedia Commons (Photo 1) | Library of Congress (Photos 2–7)