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Historic

Historic Aviation Quiz: The DC-3

With Key.Aero celebrating Douglas’ indomitable DC-3, we dedicate this week’s quiz to what is perhaps one of the most iconic aeroplanes ever – and one that still ploughs the skies for trade hauling cargo, more than 80 years after it first took to the air. But how much do you know about the type many believe say will never die and could well be one of the first to beat a century in service?

Hornet completes long road journey to Perth

After finishing a truly epic road journey across Australia, the retired jet has reached its new home

Whirlwind fighter cockpit arrives at Hawkinge

Replica section of twin-engined fighter goes on show at Kent museum

Jet Age Museum celebrates 10th anniversary

Weekend of events planned at Gloucestershire Airport

New dual scheme for Duxford Hurricane

Photographer Darren Harbar captures the ‘new look’ Hurricane over Duxford

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Military

USAF U-2S completes first flight after avionics upgrade

In partnership with Lockheed Martin’s coveted Skunk Works division, the USAF has completed the first flight of an upgraded U-2S Dragon Lady as part of the high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft’s ongoing Avionics Tech Refresh programme

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AirForces Monthly November 2023

The full issue in page-turning format

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Aviation News November 2023

The full issue in page-turning format

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Commercial

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IN PICTURES: Classic airliners of the 1990s in Caracas

Ian Allan Aviation tour manager Gerry Manning delves into his archives to revisit a trip to Caracas in 1992 full of Mad Dogs (the McDonnell Douglas kind) and Englishmen

The Ultimate Airline IATA Code Quiz (part one)

In the past, we’ve given you IATA code quizzes for airports. But now? Now, it’s the turn of the airlines!

Here are 10 questions to challenge the mind on airline IATA codes.

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How Ukraine International Airlines is battling for survival

The aircraft of Ukraine International Airlines have become symbols of the country’s defiance by continuing to fly in exile following Russia’s 2022 invasion. Babak Taghvaee reports

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How Airbus is breathing life back into its A380 production line

The production facility responsible for the A380 is receiving a new lease of life as Airbus is set to begin building its popular A321neo at the site. Richard Schuurman visits Toulouse for Aviation News

Malaysia Airlines flight MH723 suffers in-flight emergency

A Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737 made an emergency landing at Jakarta/Soekarno-Hatta Airport yesterday (April 19).

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Flight Simulation

DA20 Eclipse takes flight in X-Plane 12

Aircraft developer, SimSolutions has released the DA20-C1 Eclipse for X-Plane 12.

Penang Airport for MSFS out now

Developed by SHADESCENE, Penang International Airport in northern Malaysia is recreated in detail.

Mumbai Airport MSFS now available

Scenery developer, MSK Productions has announced Mumbai Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator is out now.

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RAF Cosford Air Show

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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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Hill AFB, United States

US Air Force airshow

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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Portrush, United Kingdom

Airshow

ILA Berlin

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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."