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Historic
Aeroplane Classics: the Sopwith Dove
It’s often described as an offshoot of the Pup, while the Snipe made a contribution to it. The reality, though, is that the Sopwith Dove is an aircraft type all of its own...
Flight Line - Aeroplane February 2021
People involved in aviation have always needed a sense of humour. The creativity of aeronautical humourists was apparent during the writing of last month’s Flight Line, with...
The Payen Pa 49
There’s niche, and then there’s niche. A very small — quite charming — and low-powered jet, intended as a delta-winged trainer. Is it any surprise that the Payen Pa 49 remained a one-off?
AIRLINER HISTORY: BAC X-Eleven
It started out as Britain’s last go-it-alone attempt to produce a medium sized airliner. It ended up being the final home-grown commercial...
Military
Private sector satellite services “game changer” for Ukraine
The provision of satellite imaging capabilities to Ukraine has significantly aided the country in shaping the strategic military response to Russia’s February 24 invasion, according to a former chairman of the State Space Agency of Ukraine
The MBDA missiles set to make the F-35 and Rafale even deadlier
Hard-hitting missiles are being developed by MBDA to make the F-35 and Rafale much deadlier in the battlespace, following the types’ upgrades later this decade
Australia to acquire AH-64Es and expand its MH-60R fleet
The Australian government announced on May 9 that it will proceed with the purchase of 29 Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardians and expand its fleet of Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk maritime helicopters by 13
Commercial
Corsair’s Final 747 Heads for Kemble
The last Boeing 747 operated by TUI subsidiary, Corsair is today embarking on its final flight ahead of being broken up at Kemble Airport in the UK.
How Do You Restart an Airline? An Inside Look at Brussels Airlines
As countries begin to lift lockdowns and people start to travel again, airlines all over the world are coming out of hibernation and preparing to fly passengers once more.
Ryanair, BA and easyJet Launch Joint Legal Action Over Quarantine Measures
Three of Europe’s largest airlines have launched legal action against the UK government over its “flawed” 14-day quarantine measures.
Heathrow picks Vanderlande as its strategic baggage partner in 10-year deal
Vanderlande has been formally selected as Heathrow Airport’s...