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Tag: aviation history

July 23, 1965July 22, 2026 georgenhs Airport, This Day In Norwood History

Converted World War II Bomber Prepares for Transatlantic Flight to Athens from Norwood Airport-July 23, 1965

A converted World War II Grumman torpedo bomber is departing Norwood Airport for a 26-hour transatlantic flight to Athens, Greece.

May 25, 1964July 19, 2026 georgenhs Airport, This Day In Norwood History

10,000 Watch Norwood Air Show-May 25, 1964

LITTLE PILOTS — Susan Buglisi and John Eagan for awhile yesterday played pilot in one of the many aircraft on display at the Norwood Lions Club Air Show at Norwood … Continue reading 10,000 Watch Norwood Air Show-May 25, 1964

August 16, 1954August 15, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Two South Shore Fliers Seriously Injured When Piper Cub Crashes Near Norwood Airport-August 16, 1954

Following a takeoff from Norwood Airport, a Piper Cub piloted by Ernest H. Taylor crashed into nearby woods, injuring Taylor and passenger Lawrence A. Nichols before a Wiggins Airways mechanic cut the ignition.

August 15, 1947August 15, 2026 georgenhs Airport, This Day In Norwood History

Airport Authorities Will Be Requested To Reconsider Norwood-August 15, 1947

Following a state funding rejection, Town Engineer Albert W. Thompson will petition the Massachusetts Airport Commission to reconsider matching funds for paving the impassable Metropolitan Airport access road off Neponset Street.

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