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Historic
Greek F-5A spruced up by volunteers
Former Hellenic Air Force Northrop F-5A 69-7175 has been refurbished at Paleo Faliro, near Athens
What’s happening at the Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar?
In little more than a decade the Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar has developed into a multi-faceted restoration business that can also offer a range of flight experiences. Steve Beebee sat down with Biggin Hill’s Peter Monk to discuss a fascinating past, present and future
Beechcraft RU-21A on display in Florida
The restored aeroplane can be seen at the Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum in Florida
Retired Jaguar being transformed into artwork
An innovative use has been found for a retired Jaguar jet in France
Military
Why A-10 student pilots flew in Exercise Green Flag
The A-10Cs from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base recently flew out to Nellis AFB, in Nevada, for Exercise Green Flag-West. Frank Visser and Ludo Mennes observed it in action.
Air Defender 23 - Hot action from Hohn and Jagel air bases
Some of the action from Jagel and Hohn air bases shot by Mark Kerton. These two bases in Northern Germany are the main locations hosting fast jets taking part in Exercise Air Defender 23.
Exercise Air Defender 23 gallery
A selection of photos from Jagel and Hohn air bases by Mark Kerton. These locations are the two main bases being used to host fast jets for Exercise Air Defender 23.
Commercial
How Airbus upgraded the A380
While remaining one of the most recognisable aircraft currently flying, the A380 has evolved in the ten years since its debut. Mark Broadbent explores how it has changed and considers the logistics of operating Europe’s super jumbo.
Container shipping giant unveils new cargo airline
Using a fleet of Boeing widebody freighters, the carrier is scheduled to start operations in 2023. Find out more on Key.Aero.
Emirates: the world’s biggest A380 operator
Emirates is the largest operator of the Airbus A380 employing it on its shortest and longest routes. Martyn Cartledge examines the widebody’s role with the Middle Eastern carrier.
The little-known tools that help pilots taxi an A380
Captain Roger Hall of Emirates Airline provides an interesting first-hand insight into handling the ‘Superjumbo’ on the ground.
Flight Simulation
Flying by the numbers
From light trainers to complex multi-engine types, knowing your V-speeds is crucial for operating an aircraft within its optimum performance envelope and structural limits. Here, we focus on the important ones you should know when flying general aviation aircraft.
Venom takes flight in MSFS
Aircraft developer, SwissMilSim has released the de Havilland Venom DH-112 MK 4 for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
St Barts for Microsoft Flight Simulator released
Airworthy Designs has announced St Barts for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.