Latest from Key.Aero
Explore the latest news and features by our world-class aviation journalists. Stay up to date on the latest military aviation developments, commercial airline news, historic restoration projects, flight simulation releases and much more.
Trending Topics
Israel-Hamas War Boeing 747 RAF Concorde Vulcan Ukraine Russia War
Historic
The life of an aviation enthusiast
This week's MyPast feature comes from James Barber, who was brought up surrounded by the RAF and ended up custodian of a USAAF control tower
FlyPast Podcast Episode 4
It's 80 years since the first flight of the Avro Lancaster, so no prizes for guessing what the team are talking about this week...
Striding into the New Year with the Lancaster Challenge
Registration now for the virtual Lancaster Challenge is now open. Challenge finishes on 17 May 2021
Historic Aviation homeschooling help!
Are you trying to teach young children at home while juggling work? We feel your pain! That's why we've put together a few little historic aviation tasks to keep the kids occupied while you try to get some work done...
Military
Draken Europe's L-159E ALCAs en route to Teesside
Just over a month after the announcement of Draken Europe’s three-year £100m interim contract providing red air ‘aggressor’ training to the RAF on April 8, two of the eight Aero Vodochody L-159E ALCA are expected to touch down today at Draken’s facility, Teesside International Airport in Northern England
Ten Maryland ANG A-10Cs deploy to Europe
Ten US Air Force (USAF)-operated Fairchild-Republic A-10C Thunderbolt II close air support/attack aircraft belonging to the Maryland Air National Guard arrived at Keflavik, Iceland, on May 5, before moving deeper into Europe.
First AN/TPY-4 air defence radar completes production
The first AN/TPY-4 long-range air defence radar has completed production, manufacturer Lockheed Martin has announced
Commercial
Airbus A220 VIP? Here’s What One Could Look Like
If you’ve got a spare $100m and don’t know what to do with it, a new Airbus A220 VIP concept has been created which could give you something to splash the cash on.
Manchester Trials Pre-booked Security Slots
A new system which will allow passengers to pre-book a security slot is being trialled for the first time at Manchester Airport.
Finnair to Introduce Premium Economy
Finnair has confirmed it will be introducing a new premium economy cabin on its long-haul services. The Helsinki-based firm says the new cabin will feature “highly customised designs” and “provide customers with increased space and comfort along with an enhanced service offering”.
Sikorsky Skycrane: Versatile Heavy Lifter
Originally operated by the US Army to move outsize cargo...
Flight Simulation
Aerosoft/Digital Aviation’s CRJ professional
A true study simulation of the CRJ 550, 700, 900 and 1000
Back to Basics - Series 2, Lesson 10
We fly across northern California and learn some new navigation tips
