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Historic
80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain
In readiness to mark Battle of Britain day on September 15, Key.Aero revisits why the day was such an important turning point of World War II
Urgent Action Needed to Save Unique Blackburn Beverley
The sole remaining example of one of the Royal Air Force’s most important transport aircraft, the Blackburn Beverley, is at risk of being scrapped. Aviation Heritage UK’s Chairman, Dr Robert Pleming, is calling for urgent action to save this unique aircraft for the Nation.
Fancy a free Handley Page Victor?
After several decades as the gate guardian at RAF Marham, Handley Page Victor K.2 XH673 faces a bleak future…
Duxford Airshows Cancelled
The Imperial War Museum have announced their decision to cancel the Duxford Battle of Britain Proms and the 80th Anniversary Battle of Britain Air Show 2020.
Military
The Monday Military Aviation Quiz 85
Welcome to the 85th Monday Military Aviation Quiz! How well do you know your modern military aircraft? Test your aircraft recognition skills here
Inside the Irish Air Corps: PC-12 NG Spectre
As the Irish Air Corps approaches its 100th anniversary, Key.Aero begins special coverage of the force by taking a closer look at its new Pilatus PC-12 aircraft. Josef Campion reports
EXCLUSIVE: Lakenheath F-15s fight A-4 Skyhawks
US Air Force F-15s from the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath have been conducting air combat training with A-4 Skyhawks from adversary air provider Top Aces.
Commercial
Flybe Collapse: Fleet Fallout
Martin Needham provides an overview of the Flybe fleet before crunching the big data to establish where the company’s grounded aircraft are currently located.
Flybe Collapse: Reaction from Westminster and Beyond
Flybe’s collapse has prompted mixed response from the UK government, unions and investors. We review the key comment and insight from this emerging story.
Flybe Collapse: Which Airports are Hardest Hit?
With Flybe comprising almost the entire commercial air schedule at some UK gateways, Airports International editor Tom Allett examines the facilities which will feel the impact most.
Flybe Collapse: A Disastrous Blow for UK Connectivity
With the blame game already underway, Airliner World editor Gordon Smith offers his analysis following the untimely demise of the regional carrier.
Flight Simulation
SSG 747-8 V2.0 Anniversary Edition Takes Flight
Supercritical Simulations Group (SSG) has released the long-awaited follow-on to the 747-8 Series for X-Plane 11.
Carenado B120 Upgraded
Chilean developer, Carenado has released version 1.3 of the B120 for FSX and Prepar3D.
New Swiss Destination from Orbx Incoming
Orbx has announced a Swiss Alpine destination, Samedan, is in the works for FSX and Prepar3D.
