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Historic

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Military

UAE’s EDGE signs engine agreement with Brazilian developer

The UAE’s advanced military technology and defence group, EDGE, signed a strategic agreement with Turbomachine, one of Brazil’s foremost turbine engine developers, on August 11

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Why Rogachevo Air Base is key to Russian military operations in the Arctic

Alexander Mladenov looks at the prospects of further development of Rogachevo Air Base on Novaya Zemlya archipelago – key to airspace control over the Western sector of the strategically important Northern Sea Route in the frigid High North of Russia

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AIR International September 2023

The full issue in page-turning format

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Airliner World February 2023

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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.

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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.

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New ATC facility to tower over Alaska

A major infrastructure partnership has been agreed at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.

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Flight Simulation

Tivat Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator

Orbx has announced its next airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator is Tucakov – LYTV Tivat Airport.

New York John F Kennedy out now

iniBuilds has announced New York John F Kennedy for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator World Update XII: New Zealand

In this review, we travel to New Zealand and discover what the latest World Update from Microsoft has to offer.

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RAF Cosford Air Show

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The airshow website says: "This year’s theme is ‘Take Flight.’ Kickstart your interest in a career in the RAF, and develop an understanding of what the Service does for the defence of the United Kingdom. Get close to the cutting edge of technology with RAF aircraft & unique attractions across the showground, and immerse yourself in a thrilling, action-packed flying display programme. The RAF Cosford Air Show is the only remaining RAF-organised Air Show. It is a great opportunity to learn more about the RAF as well as an exciting summer day out for the whole family."

Hill AFB Warriors over the Wasatch Air Show

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Danish Air Show

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Aalborg, Denmark

The air show website says: "The audience will experience a packed programme, where Danish transport aircraft, helicopters and fighters will perform a tactical demonstration and both Danish and foreign military aircraft will be on show on the ground and in the air."

MCAS Miramar AirShow

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San Diego, United States

The event website states it will provide "static displays, and daytime shows that feature military demonstration teams, civilian aerobatic teams, aerial solo acts, vintage aircraft and warbirds."

Northern Ireland International Airshow

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Schönefeld, Germany

The event website states: "ILA Berlin features the entire value chain and every tier of the aerospace industry, from Aviation, Space and Defence & Support, to Advanced Air Mobility and the Supplier sector."