The Aero Spacelines Super Guppy, an endearing yet crucial piece of aviation history, first took to the skies in 1965. The Super Guppy, which appears more like a cartoon superhero than an aircraft, replaced its predecessor, the Pregnant Guppy, in 1962. There have been multiple Super Guppy aircraft produced since its inaugural flight, with only one remaining in active service today. The Super Guppy’s primary role is to transport cargo for rocket launches, contributing to several significant space programs like Skylab, Gemini, Apollo, and various International Space Station (ISS) missions. Despite its clunky appearance and slow speed, the Super Guppy … Continue reading Flight of the Aero Spacelines Super Guppy: Enabling Progress in Space