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Historic
Rare ex-RAF Vampire flies again in Utah
One of only two genuine T11s airworthy in the world takes to the skies after almost 20 years
Remarkable survivor - Navy Wings Swordfish
What it lacked in speed and svelte lines, it more than made up for in versatility, endurance and operational success. In fact, the Fairey Swordfish was one of Britain’s most successful World War Two aircraft. Steve Beebee speaks to Navy Wings about W5856, its remarkable Mk.I survivor
Kingcobra ‘Fatal Fang’ returns to Californian skies
Bell P-63 'Fatal Fang' is flying again in the US following a thorough restoration
Military
Lockheed Martin rolls out first C-130J-30 for New Zealand
Lockheed Martin formally rolled out the first of five C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical transports for the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) at its production facility in Marietta, Georgia, on February 15
US finally approves sale of F-16 Block 70s to Turkey
After a two-year delay, Turkey has finally gained approval from the US government to acquire 40 new-build F-16C/D Block 70 Fighting Falcon multi-role fighters and 79 F-16V upgrade kits in a deal worth approximately $23bn
Australian Wedgetail touches down at RAF Lossiemouth
A Royal Australian Air Force Boeing E-7A Wedgetail, A30-002, touched down at RAF Lossiemouth today (February 16, 2024).
Commercial
easyJet looks ahead to an even brighter future
After being forced to transform its business as demand for air travel slumped during the pandemic, easyJet is now growing on all fronts. Tom Batchelor looks at the airline’s plans to expand and upgauge its fleet, launch fresh routes and open a new UK base.
Finnair CEO reveals future plans
Thomas Haynes charts the first century of the Finnish flag carrier and speaks to its CEO, Topi Manner, about plans for its second
Ultimate festive commercial aviation quiz!
Ho Ho Ho, Merry Christmas, one and all! Santa is currently loading up his sleigh, ready to soar around the world, deliver those presents, and provide some festive joy! While we wait, why not test your knowledge in our Ultimate Festive Commercial Aviation quiz?
What makes ATR regional turboprops so successful
As it approaches four decades since its first flight, ATR’s eponymous aircraft effectively has the regional turboprop market to itself. Alan Dron finds out how it has achieved this
CPK to redefine sustainable aviation
Centralny Port Komunikacyjny is drawing attention for its unique approach to environmental management, multimodality and transport integration
Flight Simulation
Thurrock Airfield for Microsoft Flight Simulator
Scenery developer, Burning Blue Design has announced EGMT Thurrock Airfield for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.
Flight Adventure: The Antonov An-225 Mriya
Who would have expected that an aircraft where only one single example was ever built would cause aviation enthusiasts to gather by the thousands wherever it flew, to simply watch it land and take off? This time, our Flight Adventure examines the gargantuan Antonov An-225 Mriya.
Just Flight’s Avro Vulcan B Mk. 2, K.2 & MRR review
In the review, we take Just Flight's rendition of the Avro Vulcan for Microsoft Flight Simulator for a spin.