Latest from Key.Aero
Explore the latest news and features by our world-class aviation journalists. Stay up to date on the latest military aviation developments, commercial airline news, historic plane restoration projects, flight simulation releases and much more.
A Guide to Microsoft Flight Simulator
In part one of this brand new series on Microsoft Flight Simulator, we provide an overview of the new platform, discuss the world updates and how to install third-party add-ons.
USAF’s first T-7A Red Hawk enters production
Boeing announced on February 23 that it has commenced production of the first T-7A Red Hawk advanced jet trainer for the USAF at its facility in St Louis, Missouri
AeroVironment completes acquisition of Arcturus UAV
AeroVironment, a world-leading unmanned aircraft system (UAS) manufacturer, has expanded its overall portfolio after completing the US$405m acquisition of Arcturus UAV on February 19
Qantas changes its international flights restart plan
The Australian flag carrier has pushed back the restart to better align with the country’s vaccine programme
Brisbane City Pack Out Now
Orbx has announced Landmarks Brisbane City Pack for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.
Heatblur Simulation’s DCS:F-14A
In mid-November 2020, Heatblur released its late-model F-14A Tomcat into the wild. At the risk of maximum corniness – let’s ride into the danger zone!
SUB-HUNTING CATALINAS
Tom Spencer explains how US Navy PBY Catalinas employed a novel device to successfully track submerged U-boats transiting the Strait of Gibraltar, during spring 1944...
The incredible exploits of Oscar Garden
Having detailed her father Oscar’s groundbreaking journey from England to Australia in the March 2020 issue of FlyPast, Mary Garden describes the aviator’s flying exploits across Africa and the Middle East
One man's love for the CAP 10B, a Mexican dream...
It might have needed a good clean, but Stu Goldspink knew it was love at first sight when he laid eyes on this former Mexican Air Force CAP 10B...
The first flight off a ship deck
American pilot Eugene Ely made aviation history by becoming the first man to land on and take off from the deck of a ship. He later received the distinguished flying cross...
National Aviation Museum of Korea's centenary debut
The first museum dedicated to aviation in Korea opened its doors on July 5, 2020 – 100 years to the day of the nation’s first military aviators taking to the air. Andre Lavigne reports from the newly opened National Aviation Museum of Korea...
An in-depth look at the Irish Air Corps’ aircraft fleet
We provide an overview of the fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft fleets that are currently employed by the Irish Air Corps, detailing serial numbers, operational squadrons and the missions that these individual platforms carry out
Back to Basics - Series 3, Lesson 3
One of the biggest challenges that pilots face when transitioning to night visual flying is identifying visual and spatial illusions that may lead to disaster. In this tutorial, we learn that the key to flying well at night is to understand and anticipate these illusions and react accordingly.
The new financial tool that could save airlines billions
As carriers continue to pile on debt, an Airbus subsidiary has launched a revolutionary new tool that promises to make their revenues more predictable. Key.Aero speaks to the firm’s co-founders to find out how it works
NTSB reveals preliminary findings on the UA 777 engine failure
While the investigation progresses at pace, the agency announced why it thinks the engine failed
Bonaire Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator Released
Aerosoft has announced Airport Bonaire for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available as a download.
VSKYLABS' Robinson R44 Raven II
VSKYLABS Aerospace Simulations specialises in producing add-on aircraft for X-Plane. We see how their R44 Raven measures up.
Building a 737 Home Cockpit - The Beginning
In this new series, Joe Lavery shows us how he built his full-size home-built 737 cockpit and will be offering some invaluable tips along the way.
USAF aims to complete C-40 upgrade this spring
The USAF has released more details about the ongoing modification of its Boeing C-40B/C Clipper VIP transport fleet and has confirmed that the effort is due for completion this May
Tiger Moth Flight Adventure
The de Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth still graces our skies almost 90 years after it first flew in 1931. While initially produced as a military trainer, it has gone on to be used in almost every conceivable facet of aviation. In this issue, we'll learn about its history as we replicate the pilot training procedures used in the 1930s.
Baron’s Combat Corner - A Combat Report
In this instalment of Baron's Combat Corner, Derek Davis puts some of the theory that has been discussed over the past few issues into practice by using one of his memorable missions as a case study.
Italian Eurofighters intercept unidentified aircraft over the Baltic
A pair of Italian Air Force-operated Eurofighter F-2000As were scrambled from Šiauliai Air Base in Lithuania to intercept an unidentified aircraft flying over the Baltic Sea on February 17
What are you Passionate About?
Historic Aviation
Go back in time to explore the greatest moments of aviation in history with pilot recollections, aerial achievements, aircraft restoration news and much more.
Military Aviation
Explore the world of international air forces with exclusive interviews, aerospace technology advances, in-depth analyses of conflicts and much more.
Commercial & Civil Aviation
Go behind the scenes of the world’s leading airlines and airports with industry news, civil technology developments, key executives’ interviews and much more.
Flight Simulation
Get immersed in the exciting world of flight simulation with expert reviews, software release news, tutorials and much more.
