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The Eighth Air Force vs The Flakwaffe
Donald Nijboer examines the use of flak in World War Two – the greatest combat hazard to bombers operating in European skies
The birth of The Eighth Air Force
Thomas McKelvey Cleaver charts the arrival and operations of The Eighth Air Force in the European theatre of World War Two
RIAT 22: Draken Europe signs L-159 partnership with Aero Vodochody
After Draken Europe won a three-year contract to provide fast jet red air services in the UK, it has teamed up with Aero Vodochody to provide maintenance and support to its fleet of L-159 light attack aircraft
RIAT 22: Boeing and the US Navy perform MUM-T test with the Super Hornet
Boeing and the US Navy have recently completed manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) tests where a Block III F/A-18 Super Hornet demonstrated command and control of three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
RIAT 22: Airbus announces companies involved in H175M Task Force
Airbus Helicopters announced on Friday 15, the first members of the H175M. The UK based industry team is to offer, supply and support the British produced H175M helicopter for the UK MOD’s New Medium Helicopter (NMH) programme.
The ultimate Southwest Airlines quiz!
A true pioneer of low-cost flying, Southwest Airlines is known around the world for establishing many of the industry norms we take for granted today. Why not test your knowledge of this iconic Texan airline in our special Southwest quiz?
RAF Goxhill: the story of the first USAAF station in the UK
Chris Frear reveals how the first RAF station to be handed over to the USAAF has been given a new lease of life, decades after it had closed
The tragic crash of an Eighth Air Force B-17 Flying Fortress
The valiant actions of an American B-17 pilot saved the lives of his crew – but at the expense of his own. Anthony Moor details the tragic crash of an Eighth Air Force Flying Fortress
US Army Mohawks peeking behind the Iron Curtain
Doug Gordon outlines the border surveillance missions undertaken by the US Army’s Mohawks in West Germany during the Cold War
RCAF orders two second-hand A330-200s for MRTT role
Canada’s Defence Minister Anita Anand announced on July 14 that Canada has finalized a contract to acquire the first two aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) that will replace and renew the capability currently fulfilled by the CC-150 Polaris fleet and later become part of the Strategic Tanker Transport Capability (STTC) fleet.
Farnborough Airshow insights from TV’s Raymond Baxter
For many years the distinctive voice of Raymond Baxter was synonymous with Farnborough Airshow, due to him presenting the BBC’s coverage of the aeronautical extravaganza. In this October 1978 article in ‘Aeroplane Monthly’ he gives a personal take on the famous airshow
RAF unveils Wedgetail colour scheme
DURING A combined Boeing and Royal Air Force media briefing at the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire, om July 15, a digital rendering of the proposed colour scheme for the RAF’s three new E-7 Wedgetail AEW1 aircraft was officially unveiled.
TacAir contracted to upgrade ex-Swiss F-5E/Fs for USN
TACTICAL AIR Support Inc of Jacksonville, Florida, was awarded a $265.3m firm-fixed-price, cost reimbursable, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract on July 1 by the US Naval Air Warfare Aviation Division to upgrade 22 former Swiss Air Force F-5E/F Tiger IIs.
The ultimate B-17 Flying Fortress quiz
The B-17 played a pivotal role in America's contribution to World War Two. How much do you know about the Flying Fortress? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Luftwaffe vs Mighty Eighth: The battle to stop US bombers
Robert Forsyth details how the Luftwaffe attempted to defend the Third Reich against the mass daylight formations of US heavy bombers
Berlin Airlift - USAF pilots' memories of Operation Vittles
Berlin Airlift pilots from the US Air Force tell the story of their part in one of the greatest humanitarian efforts in aviation history
A complete overview of USAFE-AFAFRICA
This year US Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commemorated its 80th anniversary. The command is the oldest in the USAF, having been originally established as the Eighth Air Force under the US Army during World War Two.
Boeing delivers 150th Poseidon
Boeing has delivered the 150th production P-8 Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft.
Exeter Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator
The latest UK destination from Aerosoft is Exeter Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Boeing 767-400 ER Professional for X-Plane Released
FlightFactor has announced the Boeing 767-400 for X-Plane 11 is now available.
BREAKING: Emirates SLAMS Heathrow bosses in fiery statement
In a major intervention, the usually well-tempered Emirates Airline has blasted Heathrow management over what it calls “entirely unreasonable and unacceptable” demands.
USAFE Phantoms Part 2 – Wild Weasels and Recce
In the second instalment of this two-part article, Doug Gordon looks at United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) Wild Weasel and recce Phantoms and their role in the 1991 Gulf War.
Soesterberg F-15 CO describes his time as squadron boss
Colonel Douglas C (‘Disco’) Dildy (USAF Ret) describes his time as the commander of the 32nd Fighter Squadron at Soesterberg Air Base in the Netherlands, which flew the F-15 Eagle.
The real story of how the Merlin came to power the Mustang
The Mustang and the Merlin. So right did the combination prove that they are now synonymous. But it was by no means always certain it would produce the long-range escort fighter which proved so influential in the European theatre. What was the reality behind the legend?
A look at Europe's highly competitive ‘mini airliner’ sector
Craig West shines a spotlight on Europe’s ‘mini airliner’ sector and finds out how the manufacturers of three very different designs are vying to remain competitive in this increasingly congested market
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