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Historic

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Warbird Alchemy

Torrential rain failed to dampen the enthusiasm of FlyPast’s Chris Clifford during his visit to Vintage Aero Ltd...

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From Architect to Aviator

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Air Transport Auxiliary and the debut of its women pilots...

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ARABIAN GOLD

Colin Cove details the history of Saudi Arabia’s Dhahran Airport...

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SUNDOWNER OF THE SKIES

Oscar Garden made an epic solo flight from England to Australia in 1930...

Wg Cdr Paul Farnes DFM AE 1918-2020

Wg Cdr Paul Farnes DFM AE, one of the last surviving veterans of the Battle of Britain, has died at the age of 101.

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Military

The Air Warrior Podcast Episode 29

In the first episode of 2022 we hear from a former Rafale fighter pilot from France’s Marine Nationale on his experiences of the aircraft and what daily life was like operating from the French Navy’s flagship, the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle.

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Regional resurgence: Indo-Pacific rotary focus

Increased demand for military helicopters is expected to drive growth in the rotorcraft industry in the Indo-Pacific

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FAcT of the matter: Canadian aircrew training

Canada’s Future Aircrew Training programme aims to renew aircrew training services to help maintain a multi-purpose and combat capable Royal Canadian Air Force

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Commercial

South African to Lease A350s from Air Mauritius

When, in a June 30 press release, South African Airways (SAA) confirmed it would lease a pair of Airbus A350-900s, very little was detailed about the carrier’s acquisition. Airliner World has since learned that the two jets will be handed over to the airline as part of Air Mauritius’ order for six examples, placed at the 2014 Farnborough International Airshow.

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Entering the Charter Zone

Warsaw-based Enter Air has become a force to reckon with in the...

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Aviation Training

The latest training aids available for the aviation professional...

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Singaporean Stamina

The revolutionary A350-900ULR is enabling Singapore Airlines...

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Spirit in the sky

In recent years Spirit Airlines has established itself as one of the most successful ultra low-cost carriers in the Americas. Amid a changing consumer landscape, Ralph Olson examines the company’s efforts to refine its winning business model even further.

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Flight Simulation

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DCS: Persian Gulf Map

DCS World’s stunning new theatre

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Lockheed Martin Prepar3D: The story so far

An inside look at the simulation’s development

Kai Tak Version 2 for Prepar3D v4

FlyTampa has recompiled Hong Kong Kai Tak using the P3Dv4 SDK...

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Upcoming Events

Wales Airshow

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Swansea, United Kingdom

The airshow website says: "Over two days, some of the best pilots and flying display in the world use the natural amphitheatre of Swansea Bay to show their stuff, pulling off incredible aerial acrobatics. From jets to helicopters, it’s two days of the year not to be missed. And even better – it’s free!"

Offutt AFB - Defenders of Freedom Air and Space Show

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Bellevue, United States

US Air Force airshow

Danish Air Show

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Aalborg, Denmark

The air show website says: "The audience will experience a packed programme, where Danish transport aircraft, helicopters and fighters will perform a tactical demonstration and both Danish and foreign military aircraft will be on show on the ground and in the air."

Athens Flying Week 2024 - Tanagra International Air Show

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Tanagra, Greece

International air show.

Shuttleworth Flying Proms

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Biggleswade, United Kingdom

The event webpage says: "We are thrilled to announce that the spectacular Flying Proms will return for another exciting evening of entertainment, both in the air and on ground. Enjoy a full symphony orchestra, accompanied by a gracefully choreographed air display and the unique climax of a firework display and airborne pyrotechnics to music."

Hollomon Airshow 2024 Legacy of Liberty

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Holloman AFB, United States

US Air Force airshow