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Historic
Restoring first flying Fokker D.XII in 70 years: behind the scenes
For the first time in more than 70 years, there is a flying Fokker D.XXI in the Netherlands. Leonard van den Broek speaks to those behind the project
CAF heavy bombers undertake US ‘tour’
The Commemorative Air Force has begun its AirPower History Tour, calling at eight stops across the US
Historic Aviation Quiz – The Hawker Hunter
With July 20, 2023 marking the 72nd anniversary of the first flight of Hawker’s elegant Hunter as the P.1067, we dedicate this weeks quiz to a type that has been followed by the adage “If it looks right, it flies right” for as long as it has graced the skies…
The exhilarating experience of flying on a Ford Tri-Motor
She may fly at a rather modest speed but she accelerates every enthusiast’s heartbeat. Andreas Rohde takes us onboard the iconic Ford Tri-Motor
Inside HARS: Maintaining Australia's rare classic airliners
Australia’s Historical Aircraft Restoration Society is home to several rare commercial aircraft, lovingly looked after by a team of volunteers. Chris Frame tells us more
Military
Portugal’s first C-390 enters operational service
After an initial entry into service ceremony was held at Embraer’s facility in Gavião Peixoto, Brazil, on October 16; the first C-390 Millennium for the Portuguese Air Force arrived at Beja Air Base, Portugal, at approximately 1630hrs (local time) on October 19
The Monday Military Aviation Quiz 168
Welcome to the 168th Monday Military Aviation Quiz! How well do you know your modern military aircraft? Test your aircraft recognition skills here
VIDEO: What it was like to be the RAF’s last Tornado pilot
Flt Lt Nathan Shawyer was the last ever RAF pilot to be taught to fly the Tornado. He spoke to Key Aero’s Dino Carrara about his time on the legendary jet, including what it was like to be on the final conversion course, then going straight on operations over Iraq and Syria and being part of the retirement celebrations for the aircraft.
Commercial
Iran Air Airbus A310 turbulence report published
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Board (AAIB) of the Iranian Civil Aviation Authority has released its final report into the events which led to the injuries of two people onboard an Iran Air jet.
Boeing 747s return to service with Emirates
Two Queens of the Sky have been leased by the operator – the first time they’ve been used by the carrier in six years
Here's what to expect at the 2023 Paris Air Show
The global aerospace industry is preparing todescend on Le Bourget for the 2023 Paris Air Show. But with so many aircraft orders already announced, is the format still relevant? Richard Schuurman predicts the key themes for this year’s gathering
Boeing 737 air tanker crash: report reveals sequence of events
A preliminary report by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has outlined the events leading up to the crash of a Boeing 737 air tanker in Western Australia’s Fitzgerald River National Park earlier this year.
Examining the commercial aero engine market (part one)
Today’s commercial aero engine market has been shaped by a small group of manufacturers whose powerplants have accumulated billions of flight hours. In the first of a two-part report, Tom Batchelor surveys the state of play within this often overlooked sector
Flight Simulation
Black Square’s Steam Gauge Overhaul Analog Baron review
In this review, we take a look at the latest aircraft to receive the Black Square treatment, the Baron B58.
Teesside for Microsoft Flight Simulator
Fly X Simulations has released a detailed rendition of Teesside Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Local Legends 8: DHC-4 Caribou review
When it comes to rugged, utilitarian aircraft, few can compare with the DHC-4 Caribou. It exemplifies de Havilland's development, featuring a STOL design that made it easy to get in and out of remote locations. We take Orbx's rendition of this 1950s classic for a spin.
