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Historic
FlyPast Podcast Episode 4
It's 80 years since the first flight of the Avro Lancaster, so no prizes for guessing what the team are talking about this week...
Striding into the New Year with the Lancaster Challenge
Registration now for the virtual Lancaster Challenge is now open. Challenge finishes on 17 May 2021
Historic Aviation homeschooling help!
Are you trying to teach young children at home while juggling work? We feel your pain! That's why we've put together a few little historic aviation tasks to keep the kids occupied while you try to get some work done...
VIDEO: The incredible story of a lost Halifax
Used for the bombing raid on the Tirpitz, this Halifax crash-landed on a frozen lake in Norway. 26 years later, it was found by a team of divers…
Military
How the US Navy is changing its approach to 'Red Air' operations
Air Forces Monthly explains the US Navy adversary “Red Air” mission as it alters its priorities, even though its aircraft mix and capacity are in a significant reset
Humble beginnings: Rise of the quadcopter
Amid guided this and high-tech that, might the humble quadcopter be the real force multiplier on the battlefield?
Private sector satellite services “game changer” for Ukraine
The provision of satellite imaging capabilities to Ukraine has significantly aided the country in shaping the strategic military response to Russia’s February 24 invasion, according to a former chairman of the State Space Agency of Ukraine
Commercial
Why has China Southern been Flying a ‘737 MAX’ for Nine Months?
Those who pay close attention to flight tracking apps may have noticed that, what appears to be a China Southern Airlines Boeing 737 MAX, has been flying around in the region since September last year.
Airbus A220 VIP? Here’s What One Could Look Like
If you’ve got a spare $100m and don’t know what to do with it, a new Airbus A220 VIP concept has been created which could give you something to splash the cash on.
Manchester Trials Pre-booked Security Slots
A new system which will allow passengers to pre-book a security slot is being trialled for the first time at Manchester Airport.
Finnair to Introduce Premium Economy
Finnair has confirmed it will be introducing a new premium economy cabin on its long-haul services. The Helsinki-based firm says the new cabin will feature “highly customised designs” and “provide customers with increased space and comfort along with an enhanced service offering”.
Flight Simulation
Aerosoft/Digital Aviation’s CRJ professional
A true study simulation of the CRJ 550, 700, 900 and 1000
Back to Basics - Series 2, Lesson 10
We fly across northern California and learn some new navigation tips
Leeds Bradford for Prepar3D
The latest UK destination by Orbx is EGNM Leeds Bradford Airport for Prepar3D version 4.
