Each Flight of the Week highlights historically significant and real-world relevant flights. Each week, pilots retrace the path of a notable journey - whether it's a groundbreaking inaugural route, a record-setting flight, a mission tied to a unique moment in aviation history, or a real-life scenario reflecting current events. It's a journey through time and reality, blending realism, learning, and a shared passion for flight.
2026 - Week 40: October 04, 2026
10/04/2026 00:00 - 23:59 UTC
On October 4, 1957, Sputnik 1 lifted off from Baikonur Cosmodrome, launching humanity into the Space Age.
This flight transports scientists and dignitaries from the remote spaceport facility…