PBA - The New England airline that loved the Dakota
Barry Lloyd details the lengthy career of the DC-3 with US carrier Provincetown-Boston Airline (PBA).
Dublin Airport: Expanding in Turbulent Times
Dublin Airport is proceeding with an ambitious development plan...
Three Nations, Four Engines: East African Airways VC10s
Jointly owned by three governments, East African Airways was the only non-UK Super VC10 operator. The type was well suited to its operating conditions, but the airline struggled to compete with larger carriers and eventually collapsed, as Barry Lloyd explains
Boeing 757: Seattle’s Dark Horse
With high performance and good economics, Boeing’s long-ranged 757 found a niche in the market, particularly with US carriers on domestic operations and for European charter operations. Many 757s have found new life as freighters, as Barry Lloyd describes.
V-Jets: Qantas and the Boeing 707
The Boeing 707 was the first jet operated by Qantas. The type brought benefits to the airline and passengers alike, writes Barry Lloyd.
British Caledonian VC10s
Barry Lloyd outlines the history of the Vickers VC10 in British Caledonian service.
BRITISH EAGLE FLYING AGAINST THE ODDS
Despite facing daunting obstacles throughout its 20 years, one...