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Historic
Soviet Spitfire flies ‘bombed-up’
A sight not seen over the UK since the end of the war, as Peter...
Military
Bell Textron Canada to modernise RCAF’s CH-146 Griffon helicopter fleet
The Canadian government has awarded Bell Textron Canada a contract to modernise the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF’s) 85-strong fleet of CH-146 Griffon utility helicopters – a move that aims to extend the type’s service life until at least the mid-2030s.
Czech Hinds being prepped for Ukraine transfer
With the Czech Air Force expected to withdraw its Mi-24/35 fleet from service at the end of the year, it has been revealed that they are set to be donated to Ukraine
Commercial
Which airlines still fly the Boeing 747?
With numbers of the iconic jumbo reducing, it’s hard to keep track of who still operates them. Key.Aero analyses the figures to find out which carriers will still take you on a 747…
EasyJet cuts capacity – and blames government
In light of recent changes to the government’s quarantine rules, the low-cost carrier expects to operate less than 40% of planned capacity in the fourth quarter
How hot drinks caused two A350 engine shutdowns
On two separate occasions, a spilt hot drink caused uncommanded mid-flight engine shutdowns and diversions on Airbus’ next-generation widebody
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Celebrates Maiden Aircraft Milestone
New UAE subsidiary of the European low-cost carrier takes delivery of its first aircraft, marking a major step ahead of its October launch
The X-59 - Challenges of making an X-plane
In the sixth of a series of exclusive videos, Key.Aero explores the challenges associated with making an X-plane and NASA/Lockheed Martin Skunk Works' X-59 QueSST low-boom flight demonstrator.
Flight Simulation
Microsoft Flight Simulator – New Partnerships Announced
In the latest update on Microsoft Flight Simulator, Asobo Studios revealed new partnerships and progress on the upcoming Alpha.
A318/A319 professional Upgraded
Aerosoft has released version 1.3.1.0 of the A318/A319 professional for Prepar3D.
New Haven Airport Out Now
Orbx has announced KHVN Tweed New Haven Airport for Prepar3D v4 and v5 is released.
