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Historic
FlyPast Podcast Episode 4
It's 80 years since the first flight of the Avro Lancaster, so no prizes for guessing what the team are talking about this week...
Striding into the New Year with the Lancaster Challenge
Registration now for the virtual Lancaster Challenge is now open. Challenge finishes on 17 May 2021
Historic Aviation homeschooling help!
Are you trying to teach young children at home while juggling work? We feel your pain! That's why we've put together a few little historic aviation tasks to keep the kids occupied while you try to get some work done...
VIDEO: The incredible story of a lost Halifax
Used for the bombing raid on the Tirpitz, this Halifax crash-landed on a frozen lake in Norway. 26 years later, it was found by a team of divers…
Military
First AN/TPY-4 air defence radar completes production
The first AN/TPY-4 long-range air defence radar has completed production, manufacturer Lockheed Martin has announced
How the US Navy is changing its approach to 'Red Air' operations
Air Forces Monthly explains the US Navy adversary “Red Air” mission as it alters its priorities, even though its aircraft mix and capacity are in a significant reset
Humble beginnings: Rise of the quadcopter
Amid guided this and high-tech that, might the humble quadcopter be the real force multiplier on the battlefield?
Commercial
Manchester Trials Pre-booked Security Slots
A new system which will allow passengers to pre-book a security slot is being trialled for the first time at Manchester Airport.
Finnair to Introduce Premium Economy
Finnair has confirmed it will be introducing a new premium economy cabin on its long-haul services. The Helsinki-based firm says the new cabin will feature “highly customised designs” and “provide customers with increased space and comfort along with an enhanced service offering”.
Sikorsky Skycrane: Versatile Heavy Lifter
Originally operated by the US Army to move outsize cargo...
Court Line: Colourful Holiday Airline
Court Line Aviation was unlike any other airline seen in Britain...
Flight Simulation
Challenging Airports - Nuuk, Greenland (BGGH)
With links to other towns in the country and international points beyond, the small airport at Nuuk is an essential gateway to the region.