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Historic
TSR2: The greatest aircraft the RAF never flew?
Arguably the most controversial aircraft in British history, the TSR2 still has the power to divide opinion. Was it rightly cancelled or a missed opportunity? In the January 2017 issue of Aviation News, Dr Kevin Wright weighed up the arguments.
Last Blackburn Beverley to be saved
Final complete example of post-war RAF airlifter rescued from uncertain future by museum announcement
Famous Jaguar returns to 6 Squadron
To mark 6 Squadron’s 110th anniversary today, January 31, 2024, it was announced that a famous aircraft from its past has once again taken up residence with the unit.
Revealing 1950s Fighter Command exercise report
A fascinating article on a 1957 UK air defence exercise which focused on countering a massed attack on the first day of a conflict from 'The Aeroplane’s' June 7 issue
On-board an RAF Comet training flight to Africa in 1957
A revealing account of RAF Comet operations from the May 17, 1957 issue of The Aeroplane
Military
Davis-Monthan AFB bids fond farewell to first ‘Warthog’
In line with the USAF’s plan to retire its entire fleet of A-10C Thunderbolt II close air support (CAS) aircraft within the next three-to-five years, the 355th Wing (WG) has withdrawn its first ‘Warthog’ from operational use at Davis-Monthan AFB in Arizona, which shares an almost 50-year history with the type
New Zealand considers axing Super Seasprite helicopter fleet
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) is reportedly considering a move to axe its eight-strong fleet of SH-2G(I) Super Seasprite multi-role maritime helicopters as part of a 6.5% cut in defence spending – equivalent to NZ$150m (US$91.23m) – that has been requested by the New Zealand government
Turkey’s first fifth-gen Kaan fighter takes flight
Turkey’s first domestically developed manned combat aircraft – which is now dubbed the Kaan (formerly known as the TF-X) – graced the skies for the first time on February 21, when it completed its maiden flight from Akinci Air Base near Ankara
Commercial
ULTIMATE MCDONNELL DOUGLAS MD-11 QUIZ!
This week marked the 34th anniversary of the maiden flight of the McDonnell Douglas MD-11. The trijet was launched in 1986 after commitments for 52 firm orders plus 40 options on three variants. So, let’s test your knowledge of the iconic airliner!
Liverpool Airport – Getting better all the time
Liverpool Airport’s 90th anniversary looks set to be the backdrop for one of the hub’s most promising years. Aviation News speaks to Robin Tudor, the hub’s head of public relations, about transforming post-pandemic preparedness into prosperity
Ultimate Fiji Airways Quiz!
From a pioneering Australian pre-war aviator to a regional tourist airline with long-haul ambitions, Fiji Airways is one of the stars of the February 2024 edition of Airliner World, and this week, we test your knowledge of the Pacific carrier!
Why two PA-28s are painted in BCal livery
It has been almost four decades since British Airways acquired British Caledonian, but if you know where to look, the carrier’s iconic Golden Lion can still be seen in UK skies. Aviation News speaks to Richard Heywood and Robin Washington
Flight Simulation
Anacortes Airport for MSFS released
The latest Pacific Northwest destination from Orbx is 74S Anacortes Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulators.
Salt Lake City for MSFS out now
FeelThere has released Salt Lake City International Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Turtle Beach releases the VelocityOne Flightdeck HOTAS
Turtle Beach has announced the VelocityOne Flightdeck HOTAS flight control system is now available.
