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Historic
How a stunning DH Dominie took to the air again
Avspecs’ Warren Denholm tells us about his company’s latest de Havilland restoration — a gorgeous DH89B Dominie, destined for the USA
Meet the woman who ferried 222 Halifax bombers during World War Two
During World War Two Lettice Curtis ferried 222 Handley Page Halifax bombers, usually with just an ATC cadet to assist her. In the September 1981 issue of Aeroplane Monthly, she recalled how she became the first woman licensed to fly four-engined RAF aircraft
Canadair North Star: the ultimate in-depth guide
Discover the fascinating history and technical details of the Canadair North Star, a Canadian-built passenger aircraft that served as a workhorse for the airline industry in the 1950s. This in-depth article by Richard G. Wilsher, explores the North Star's development, its role in post-World War Two aviation, and its lasting impact on the Canadian aerospace industry.
Behind the scenes of a Westland Lysander restoration
In the April 1980 issue of Aeroplane Monthly, Dick Richardson described the restoration of Strathallan’s Westland Lysander
Military
Slovenia to buy another C-27J, new helicopters and IRIS-T air defence systems
In a bid to properly address emerging security challenges in the region, the Slovenian government has amended its current defence plan, giving a green light for the acquisition of a second Leonardo C-27J Spartan tactical transport, six new multi-purpose helicopters and German-made IRIS-T medium-range air defence systems
Debut air force confirmed for Exercise Cobra Warrior 23-2
Key.Aero can exclusively confirm that Exercise Cobra Warrior 23-2 will have a new nation taking part when it kicks off in early September.
B-21 set to make first flight this year after ‘power on’ success
Northrop Grumman’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Dave Keffer, recently confirmed that the firm “remains on track” for completing the maiden flight of the USAF’s new sixth-generation B-21 Raider stealth bomber this year, though he cautioned that this would “depend on events and data”
Commercial
Flybondi's 30-hour ferry flight
Argentinian low-cost carrier Flybondi has welcomed the tenth Boeing 737-800 to its fleet. The delivery of the 189-seat aircraft required some creative route planning, with a 30-hour journey to get the narrowbody from Sacheon in South Korea to Buenos Aires.
Centralny Port Komunikacyjny to sign airport support infrastructure agreement
Centralny Port Komunikacyjny has selected bids in the first tender for the design of support infrastructure to be built at CPK airport.
Lufthansa to add MORE UK airports to its route map
The German flag carrier plans to link additional UK gateways with Frankfurt from next year. Find out where now…
NEW: United places largest widebody order in US history
United Airlines has broken aviation records by inking a blockbuster deal for at least 100 new Boeing twin-aisle jets. The US carrier has placed a firm order for 100 new 787 Dreamliners, along with options for a further 100 examples.
Condor’s debut Airbus A330neo damaged ahead of delivery
Condor’s first Airbus A330neo was damaged during an incident at Toulouse yesterday (December 12).
Flight Simulation
Flying Circus – Volume II released
1C Game Studio, in partnership with Ugra Media, has announced Flying Circus - Volume II is now available.
Just Flight upgrades its PA-28 fleet
Just Flight has released major upgrades to its PA-28R Arrow III, PA-28R Turbo Arrow III/IV and PA-28-161 Warrior II fleet for Microsoft Flight Simulator.