The Airport at College Park, has witnessed aviation from its simple beginnings through its growing years and on to the perfection of modern day aircraft. Among the firsts that took place at College Park Airport are:

In 1909:

• first military officers to fly a government aeroplane
• first woman to fly as a passenger in the US

In 1911:

• first military aviation school
• first testing of a bomb dropping device from a plane

In 1912:

• First testing of a machine gun from a plane
• First mile high flight by a military aviator

In 1918-21:

• first US Postal Service Air Mail

In 1924:

• first controlled helicopter flight

in 1927-36:

• development and testing of the first radio navigational aids for flying

If you want an enjoyable outing, visit the College Park Aviation Museum. And for a special treat attend the annual Air Fair and Open House. (September 25 & 26)