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Historic
US Army Mohawks peeking behind the Iron Curtain
Doug Gordon outlines the border surveillance missions undertaken by the US Army’s Mohawks in West Germany during the Cold War
RAF Goxhill: the story of the first USAAF station in the UK
Chris Frear reveals how the first RAF station to be handed over to the USAAF has been given a new lease of life, decades after it had closed
The tragic crash of an Eighth Air Force B-17 Flying Fortress
The valiant actions of an American B-17 pilot saved the lives of his crew – but at the expense of his own. Anthony Moor details the tragic crash of an Eighth Air Force Flying Fortress
Farnborough Airshow insights from TV’s Raymond Baxter
For many years the distinctive voice of Raymond Baxter was synonymous with Farnborough Airshow, due to him presenting the BBC’s coverage of the aeronautical extravaganza. In this October 1978 article in ‘Aeroplane Monthly’ he gives a personal take on the famous airshow
The ultimate B-17 Flying Fortress quiz
The B-17 played a pivotal role in America's contribution to World War Two. How much do you know about the Flying Fortress? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Military
How will the US Navy's carrier strike capabilities evolve over the next decade?
What does the future hold for the striking power of US Navy Carrier Air Wings? Combat aircraft Journal provides an in-depth by-type overview of how the most powerful Carrier Strike force in the world will be strengthened and modernized to meet new and emerging threats over the next decade
Russia eyes Indian collaboration in developing fifth-gen Checkmate fighter
Russia reportedly plans to discuss potential cooperation with India in the creation of new fifth-generation combat aircraft – with the previously unveiled Checkmate light tactical fighter being focused on in particular – at the Aero India 2023 international air show and defence exhibition, which is currently being held in Bengaluru
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Commercial
Storm Eunice: The wildest diversions and go-arounds so far
As Storm Eunice brings record-breaking wind and torrential rain to southern parts of the UK, we round-up some of the most epic go-arounds and diversions from British airports
Exclusive: Wizz Air UK boss sets out summer strategy
The head of one of the UK’s fastest-growing airlines has revealed her market forecast for the all-important summer season.
Planespotting time at Tokyo's Haneda Airport!
Benoît Denet heads to the Land of the Rising Sun to share images from Haneda, the Japanese capital’s downtown airport at the heart of Tokyo Bay.
Swift Air 737 taxies over towbar
A Swift Air Boeing 737-400 ran over a towbar after the pushback crew failed to ensure that the area in front of the aircraft was clear before leaving the manoeuvring area, the UK’s Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has found.
Vital links along the German North Sea Coast from Harlesiel Airport
Just off Germany’s North Sea coastline lies part of the Frisian Islands, an archipelago that stretches all the way from the Netherlands to Denmark. As such, the aerial connections served from a base on the mainland are vital, as Andreas Rohde discovered during his visit to Harlesiel Airport
Flight Simulation
Great Britain North for MSFS Now Available
Orbx has released EU Great Britain North, the second landmark region pack for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
PMDG Releases the Boeing 737-700
PMDG has announced the highly anticipated 737-700 for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.
Cork for Microsoft Flight Simulator Out Now
MK-Studios has announced EICK Cork Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.