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Historic
Historic delta glider takes shape in Argentina
Major progress is being made on a rebuild of a famous German glider
Former RAF pilot's secret 1958 arms mission in battered B-17
In the April 1988 issue of Aeroplane Monthly, former RAF and Israeli Air Force pilot Gordon Levett recalled a secret 1958 attempt to fly arms from Israel to the West Indies in an ageing B-17
Taking the Lightning to Mach 2: Pilot recalls record-breaking flight
On November 25, 1958 the English Electric P.1B, XA847, became the first British aircraft to fly at Mach 2. The pilot, ex BAC chief test pilot Roland Beamont recalled, in the January 1983 issue of Aeroplane Monthly, this and earlier flights carried out by him during the Lightning’s development
How a stunning DH Dominie took to the air again
Avspecs’ Warren Denholm tells us about his company’s latest de Havilland restoration — a gorgeous DH89B Dominie, destined for the USA
Military
UAE’s EDGE signs engine agreement with Brazilian developer
The UAE’s advanced military technology and defence group, EDGE, signed a strategic agreement with Turbomachine, one of Brazil’s foremost turbine engine developers, on August 11
Why Rogachevo Air Base is key to Russian military operations in the Arctic
Alexander Mladenov looks at the prospects of further development of Rogachevo Air Base on Novaya Zemlya archipelago – key to airspace control over the Western sector of the strategically important Northern Sea Route in the frigid High North of Russia
Commercial
Singapore MAX report released
Air safety authorities in Singapore have concluded their investigation into an incident at the country’s Changi Airport.
The Ultimate Commercial Aviation Quiz of 2022 (Part One)
It’s been a remarkable year for the aviation industry, with highs, lows and no shortage of drama. To reflect on an incredible 12 months, Key Aero presents the first of a special four-part quiz designed to test your knowledge of the big stories that have shaped the sector.
Russian fleet migration continues
More than 200 aircraft have now been transferred from the Bermudan register as airlines in Russia continue their efforts to circumnavigate international sanctions.
New ATC facility to tower over Alaska
A major infrastructure partnership has been agreed at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
Flight Simulation
Flying Circus – Volume II released
1C Game Studio, in partnership with Ugra Media, has announced Flying Circus - Volume II is now available.
Just Flight upgrades its PA-28 fleet
Just Flight has released major upgrades to its PA-28R Arrow III, PA-28R Turbo Arrow III/IV and PA-28-161 Warrior II fleet for Microsoft Flight Simulator.