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Historic
New home being created for Binbrook Lightning
English Electric Lightning F.6 XR724, the last complete example extant at Binbrook in Lincolnshire, has a new home
Who were the 'Dambusters'?
One hundred and thirty-three men flew into the history books on the night of May 16/17, 1943, for an audacious attack against the Great Dams of the Ruhr in Operation Chastise. These are the men who hit the heart of Germany’s industry in what was dubbed the “greatest raid” of the war…
Historic delta glider takes shape in Argentina
Major progress is being made on a rebuild of a famous German glider
Former RAF pilot's secret 1958 arms mission in battered B-17
In the April 1988 issue of Aeroplane Monthly, former RAF and Israeli Air Force pilot Gordon Levett recalled a secret 1958 attempt to fly arms from Israel to the West Indies in an ageing B-17
Taking the Lightning to Mach 2: Pilot recalls record-breaking flight
On November 25, 1958 the English Electric P.1B, XA847, became the first British aircraft to fly at Mach 2. The pilot, ex BAC chief test pilot Roland Beamont recalled, in the January 1983 issue of Aeroplane Monthly, this and earlier flights carried out by him during the Lightning’s development
Military
Archer Aviation to supply Midnight eVTOLs to the USAF
California-based start-up Archer Aviation Inc has entered into contracts worth up to $142m with the US Department of Defense that includes the supply of up to six Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to the USAF
Russian Ka-52Ms join battle for Zaporizhzhia in Ukraine
Upgraded Kamov Ka-52M Hokum-B attack helicopters are being used by the Russian Aerospace Forces for the first time as part of a response to Ukraine’s armoured counteroffensive in the nation’s Zaporizhzhia region
The Monday Military Aviation Quiz 158
Welcome to the 158th Monday Military Aviation Quiz! How well do you know your modern military aircraft? Test your aircraft recognition skills here
Commercial
Singapore MAX report released
Air safety authorities in Singapore have concluded their investigation into an incident at the country’s Changi Airport.
The Ultimate Commercial Aviation Quiz of 2022 (Part One)
It’s been a remarkable year for the aviation industry, with highs, lows and no shortage of drama. To reflect on an incredible 12 months, Key Aero presents the first of a special four-part quiz designed to test your knowledge of the big stories that have shaped the sector.
Russian fleet migration continues
More than 200 aircraft have now been transferred from the Bermudan register as airlines in Russia continue their efforts to circumnavigate international sanctions.
New ATC facility to tower over Alaska
A major infrastructure partnership has been agreed at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
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.
Flight Simulation
Blackwing for Microsoft Flight Simulator ready for take-off
The aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator is based on real-world CAD drawings provided by the actual aircraft manufacturer, Blackwing Sweden.
Indianapolis Executive for MSFS released
Scenery developer, UK2000 has released Indianapolis Executive Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
DCS: Normandy 2.0 enters Early Access
Eagle Dynamics has announced the Early Access version of DCS: Normandy 2 is now available.
