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Historic
Last ‘trap’ Rockwell Buckeye refurbished
A North American T-2C Buckeye has been restored for museum display in Florida
War colours for restored Spanish Jungmann
After lengthy refurbishment, the newest aircraft of the Fundación Aeronáutica Antonio Quintana took to the air again in the expert hands of the organisation’s boss, José Luis Olías
Skyraider modified to salute Vietnam heroes
The National Museum of the USAF’s newest aircraft, Douglas A-1H Skyraider BuNo 134600, was unveiled during a recent ceremony at the Dayton, Ohio’s Southeast Asia War Gallery
Major progress for Doncaster Meteor project
The South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum reached a significant milestone in its long-term restoration of former RAE Gloster Meteor T.7 WA662 late last year
Military
CONFIRMED: King's Coronation flypast aircraft list
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed the line-up for today’s flypast to mark the coronation of King Charles III.
US in Africa: The Secret Wars You've Never Heard About
Attacks by Islamists terrorists on US bases have largely gone unreported. Al J Venter looks at the secret war raging in Africa
The aircraft used to fly the Royal Family over the decades
Charles Woodley detailed in the January 2018 issue of Aviation News the different aircraft that have flown the Royal Family around the globe through the decades
Commercial
Flying the A380: A Pilot’s Perspective
In the August 2011 issue of Aviation News Editor Dino Carrara spoke to Emirates Airbus A380 pilot, Captain Francis Carr to find out what it is like to fly and operate this massive airliner.
ZOË ASHFORD: the new face of space
Cranfield University student Zoë Ashford tells Tara Craig why space matters
The Great British Airport Quiz!
This week's quiz celebrates some of the best airports across the British Isles. From regional gateways to global megahubs, this is the ultimate test of airport trivia!
Aeroflot poised for major overhaul
The Russian flag carrier is responding to international sanctions with a significant aircraft order and plans to rehash its network.
SunExpress heads for Newcastle
The Turkish leisure carrier has revealed plans for a new seasonal route to the North East.
Flight Simulation
Fulcrum announces new simulator controls
Fulcrum Simulator Controls has started pre-orders for the upcoming Fulcrum Throttle, with shipping expected to commence in February 2023. The company also unveiled two new products: the Pro Jetliner Levers and Trim Wheel.
Giant flying boats and wine: how Microsoft Flight Simulator celebrated 40 years
Microsoft Flight Simulator reached a historic milestone this month when it celebrated its 40th anniversary in style at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. Thomas Haynes reports from the special event
Seville Airport out now
MK-Studios has announced Seville Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.
