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Japan begins MV-22B Osprey flight operations
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) became the first international operator of the US-built Bell Boeing MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor after it began flight operations with the platform on November 6
DCS: Mosquito FB Mk.VI in Development
Eagle Dynamics (ED) has released new screenshots of its upcoming DCS: Mosquito FB Mk.VI currently in development.
Final RQ-4D Phoenix delivered to NATO
NATO’s Alliance Ground Surveillance (AGS) team accepted its fifth and final Northrop Grumman RQ-4D Phoenix high-altitude, long-endurance UAS in Sigonella, Italy, on November 12
50 years of the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar
Exactly half a century ago today, Lockheed flew its TriStar for the first time. Key.Aero charts the rise and fall of this technologically advanced trijet
The Monday Military Aviation Quiz 17
Welcome to the 17th Monday Military Aviation Quiz! How well do you know your modern military aircraft? Test your aircraft recognition skills on our quiz here!
Germany contracts Airbus to deliver ‘Quadriga’ Eurofighters
Airbus signed a contract on November 11 to deliver 38 new-build Tranche 4 Eurofighter EF-2000 multi-role fighters to Germany as the nation seeks to replace its older Tranche 1 aircraft under Project Quadriga
Qantas marks its 100th anniversary
The airline celebrates its centenary amid the impact of the COVID-19 crisis. Key.Aero has collated 100 images to celebrate this important milestone
Underrated pioneers of aviation
Beyond famous names like the Wright Brothers, there are some amazing contributors to the history of flight – like the female solo pilot who built an aeroplane in her living room…
100th Anniversary of Hawker
November 15, 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the foundation of Hawker Aircraft Limited. Here's a timeline of the celebrated company and its achievements...
What were flights like in the 1950s?
Complimentary postcards when boarding, acres of legroom, and personal porters at baggage reclaim: early commercial air travel was a long way from Ryanair…
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