25K views · 1K reactions | Lockheed Vega - Project Visit Here's Part...

17K views · 1.1K reactions | “It would be right to say that the helicopter's role in saving lives represents one of the most glorious pages in the history of human flight." – Igor Sikorsky 100 years ago today, Igor Sikorsky founded Sikorsky Aero Engineering Company. Today, we strive to continue Igor’s dream, to deliver flight solutions that bring people home, everywhere, every time. | Lockheed Martin | Facebook

27K views · 1.5K reactions | OK, Gang, here’s a great “YOU ARE THERE WITH KERMIT AND KEVIN” video on the progress of the Lockheed Vega! I flew up to his airstrip in the Sikorsky S-39 to make a decision as to where we were going to locate the fuselage door. As you will soon see, there were MANY factors to be considered and it was quite an education as to what came out of the Lockheed factory! | Kermit Weeks | Facebook

12K views · 686 reactions | From the way back... It's been a while since my Lockheed Vega left Fantasy of Flight and headed up to Kevin Kimball's shop for a total restoration, back to flying. On a beautiful summer morning, I decided to fly the Fieseler Storch up to Kevin's to check on the Vega's progress. It was the first time I've visited since the plane arrived there. | Kermit Weeks | Facebook

111K views · 173 reactions | On May 20-21, 1932, Amelia Earhart became the first woman—and the only person since Charles Lindbergh—to fly nonstop and alone across the Atlantic. Flying her red Lockheed Vega, she left Harbor Grace, Newfoundland, Canada, and landed 15 hours later near Londonderry, Northern Ireland. For more moments with history's bravest women, join us at Cup of Jane. | Cup of Jane | Facebook