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Historic

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Europe's only flying Cessna T-50 Bobcat - and how it got to Germany

Following an epic trans-Atlantic ferry, Europe has an airworthy Cessna T-50 Bobcat once again

Historic Aviation Quiz: 1940s experimental aircraft

Can you identify these experimental types from across the 1940s?

Passenger flights in ex-military jets get CAA approval

Aero Legends look forward to flying customers in a BAC Strikemaster

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Unique Waco flies again in New Zealand

Sole surviving UOC Custom makes maiden post-restoration flight from airfield where it was first based 85 years ago

Biggin Hill hosts USAF Aircraft and Vehicles tour

The Kent-based attraction has announced the latest in its series of themed hangar tours

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Military

A-10 pilot interview: Flying the ‘Warthog’

In this concluding part of the interview Colonel Steve Ladd (ret.) tells Key Aero’s Dino Carrara about what the A-10A Thunderbolt II (‘Warthog’) was like to fly and also what the aircraft’s fearsome GAU-8 Gatling gun was like to fire

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A-10s with attitude: The shark mouth ‘Warthogs’ of Moody AFB

The 23rd Fighter Group directs the flying and maintenance operations for two combat-ready A-10C squadrons. The group continues to lead the charge to find the A-10’s new direction in combat within America’s pivot from counterinsurgency warfare to that against a great competitor.

A-10 pilot interview: 81st TFW – Bentwaters and Woodbridge operations

Key Aero’s Dino Carrara interviewed Colonel Steve Ladd (ret.) about his time flying the A-10A Thunderbolt II (‘Warthog’) with the 81st Tactical Fighter Wing, which was housed at the twin bases of RAF Bentwaters and Woodbridge

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Commercial

Air Canada and SAS are feeling the love with Heart Aerospace

New Swedish electric-hybrid aircraft programme gathers pace with further airline support. Find out more on Key.Aero.

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Airbus A350 arrives with Azul

The widebody touched down into Brazil recently and forms part of the airline’s wider fleet modernisation. Read more on Key.Aero…

QUIZ: Can you guess the airline from its tail?

It's quiz time and we've an extra tricky picture round for you this week! Can you identify the airline from just its tail design? Good luck.

PLAY initiates its biggest recruitment drive

The Icelandic low-cost carrier is hiring as part of its growth trajectory ahead of summer 2023.

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United Airlines reveals MAJOR new Gulf route

Following a “historic commercial agreement”, the American carrier plans to launch a new long-haul link to the Middle East…

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Flight Simulation

Honeycomb Charlie Rudder Pedals now available on pre-order

Honeycomb Aeronautical has announced the launch of pre-orders for the Charlie Rudder Pedals, the latest addition to its line of high-performance flight simulation equipment.

Hogsback Ranch for Microsoft Flight Simulator

Hogsback Ranch is a private airstrip in the North California backcountry with breathtaking views and the perfect location for virtual bush trip adventures.

Helipads LA Police for MSFS now available

Orbx has introduced a new Police Activities Expansion Pack that offers a unique and realistic look into the daily operations of Police forces in the LA metropolitan area.

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Upcoming Events

Selfridge Air Show and Open House

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Harrison Township, United States

US military air show

FAI World Microlight Championships

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Corby, United Kingdom

World Microlight Championships

Midlands Air Festival

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Alcester, United Kingdom

The main flying displays the organisers say will be on Saturday and Sunday. The event website also says: "Join us again for our fantastic classic air display in the stunning grounds of the Ragley Hall Estate. There will be a wide array displays including Warbirds, Classic Jets, Helicopters, amazing high energy aerobatics, aerial ballet, flying circus and some of the largest radio controlled models in the world, that are so big you can almost climb into them!
"There will also be parachute display teams plus the chance to get up close and personal to some of our display aircraft which will be landing on site on our own dedicated runway! Our flying display will be an exciting and entertaining mix, with even a small section dedicated to our younger visitors."

Wings Over Whiteman 2024 Air and Space Show

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Whiteman AFB, United States

US Air Force airshow

Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

The event webpage states: "On the ground, in the air, and even in the clothes you wear! Step back into summer 1940 at the Battle of Britain Air Show and see historic Duxford come to life."

Meeting Aérien ‘Le Temps des Hélices’

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La Ferté-Alais, France

The event website states: "Every morning, the public can get closer to the planes via the static exhibition and interact with the pilots and mechanics...The afternoon is specially dedicated to flight presentations with a show lasting more than 5 hours including around a hundred aircraft flying in the skies of Essonne. The show unfolds through thematic scenes the history of aeronautics, from the time of the pioneers to the latest generation of civil and military aircraft."