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Historic
The Short Skyvan's use in Argentina's 'Dirty War'
Stephen Skinner details the Short Skyvan’s involvement in Argentina’s ‘Dirty War’ and what is being done to ensure the country never forgets a particularly dark chapter in its history
RAF Museum to host model showcase this Sunday
The miniature equivalents of classic aircraft are to take centre stage at the Royal Air Force Museum Midlands on Sunday
World's only airworthy Alizé to be grounded — but why?
Alizé Marine association announces premature end of operations by its Breguet Br 1050
What was it like to fight in the RAF’s last biplane?
From China to the Arctic: Andrew Thomas describes exploits of some of those who went to war in Gloster’s potent Gladiator…
SNEAK PEEK: Watch BBMF Lancaster practice for 2023 display season
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Lancaster PA474 took to the skies today to practise its display routine for this year’s airshow season.
Military
Kadena aces dispersed ops during Northern Edge 23-2
Exercise Northern Edge 23-2, which was held from July 2-21, gave US forces an opportunity to practise and rehearse Agile Combat Employment capabilities from dispersed locations, and to integrate with the Japan Self-Defense Forces, French Air and Space Force and other allies and partner nations
US approves transfer of first F-16s to Ukraine
The US government has given permission for the Netherlands and Denmark to donate a number of F-16AM/BM (MLU) Fighting Falcons to Ukraine
The Monday Military Aviation Quiz 159
Welcome to the 159th Monday Military Aviation Quiz! How well do you know your modern military aircraft? Test your aircraft recognition skills here
Commercial
Virgin Orbit Boeing 747 UK rocket launch fails
Virgin Orbit’s attempt to launch a rocket carrying satellites into space last night (January 9, 2023) from the UK ended in failure.
Virgin Orbit UK space launch – all you need to know
History is set to be made with the first ever space launch from the United Kingdom (UK). Virgin Orbit Boeing 747-400, N744VG, is due to take off this evening from Spaceport Cornwall carrying a rocket under its left wing which it will launch in-flight and then ascend into space carrying satellites.
The Ultimate Commercial Aviation Quiz of 2022 (Part Four)
It’s been a remarkable year for the aviation industry, with highs, lows and no shortage of drama. To reflect on an incredible 12 months, Key Aero presents the last of a special four-part quiz designed to test your knowledge of the big stories that have shaped the sector.
Corsair A330 bound for Caribbean makes emergency landing in Paris
A Corsair Airbus A330-300 bound for the Caribbean made an emergency landing in Paris this afternoon.
Flight Simulation
Just Flight 146 Professional for MSFS upgraded
Just Flight has released a major update for the 146 Professional, adding failures simulation, pushback controls, HF aerials, improved performance and various enhancements.
Navigraph releases Avionics Plugin for MSFS
The Avionics Plugin seamlessly integrates Navigraph airport charts and SimBrief flight plans into the G3000 and G5000 avionics used in the default TBM 930 and Cessna Citation Longitude in Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Embraer EMB 121 Xingu takes flight in MSFS
BRsimDesigns has announced the Embraer EMB 121 Xingu for Microsoft Flight Simulator is now available.
