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Historic

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How Col Don Blakeslee became a master of the Merlin Mustang

“I’m going to fly the ass off each one of you”, said Col Don Blakeslee on one occasion to his 4th Fighter Group colleagues — it illustrated his hard-bitten approach to aerial combat

Historic ‘Bucc’ heads indoors…

Having spent a considerable period out in the open, Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B XV168 has been moved undercover…

Unique Electra to make UK public debut

The Lockheed Electra flown on daring reconnaissance missions prior to World War Two is set to appear at a photoshoot later this month

Stearmans commemorate pioneering floatplane flight

On the morning of Sunday, March 12 a special commemorative flight was due to be undertaken in New Zealand

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Martin-Baker Meteors – How first-generation jets test ejection seats for 5th-gen fighters

For almost 80 years Martin-Baker has operated Meteors as ejection seat test-beds. In the January 2017 issue of Flypast Darren Harbar discovered the twin jet still had much to offer

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Military

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst bids fond farewell to KC-10A fleet

The departure of McDonnell Douglas KC-10A Extender (serial 84-0188) from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst on June 22 marked not only the end of KC-10 operations for the USAF’s 305th and 514th Air Mobility Wings, but also the type’s 33-year mission at the New Jersey base

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RAF Airlift Debate: Can the A400M Atlas effectively replace the C-130J Hercules?

The early retirement of the Royal Air Force’s C-130J Hercules generated furious debate, with many raising concerns that the A400M Atlas was ‘not up to the job’ of replacing it. Jon Lake looks at the issues

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AirForces Monthly August 2023

The full issue in page-turning format

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Commercial

Air Canada to add MORE A220s

The flag carrier has converted options into firm orders. Read more on Key.Aero now…

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Alaska Airlines announces its BIGGEST Boeing order yet

The US-based carrier is exercising options for the Boeing 737 MAX. Find out all the detail here…

Flying on one of the world's last Douglas DC-8s

Almost 55 years since its Douglas DC-8 rolled off the production line, Christian charity Samaritan’s Purse continues to fly this first-generation airliner. Felix Reim steps on board to learn more

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What’s the future fleet outlook for Air Astana?

Discover what the future fleet outlook is for the Kazakh flag carrier, regarding both narrow- and widebody types, by reading here on Key.Aero…

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Cyprus Airways reveals updated livery

The Cypriot carrier has given its aircraft branding a refreshed look. See here for pictures and more...

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Flight Simulation

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DC Designs’ AV-8B Harrier II review

In this review, we take DC Designs' rendition of the AV-8B Harrier for Microsoft Flight Simulator for a spin.

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 Back to Basics – Series 4, Lesson 6

In our previous lesson, we left off overhead Mangalore VOR station. We now continue on our planned route to Albury when some unexpected ATC requirements test our understanding of VOR intercepts before we put it all together to make a simple VOR approach.

Chester Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator released

The latest US destination from Orbx is KSNC Chester Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator.

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Upcoming Events

Shuttleworth Flying Proms

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Biggleswade, United Kingdom

The event webpage says: "We are thrilled to announce that the spectacular Flying Proms will return for another exciting evening of entertainment, both in the air and on ground. Enjoy a full symphony orchestra, accompanied by a gracefully choreographed air display and the unique climax of a firework display and airborne pyrotechnics to music."

Sheppard AFB - Sheppard Air Show

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Wichita Falls, United States

US Air Force airshow

Wales Airshow

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Swansea, United Kingdom

The airshow website says: "Over two days, some of the best pilots and flying display in the world use the natural amphitheatre of Swansea Bay to show their stuff, pulling off incredible aerial acrobatics. From jets to helicopters, it’s two days of the year not to be missed. And even better – it’s free!"

CFB Greenwood - Air Show Atlantic

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Greenwood, Canada

Royal Canadian Air Force airshow

Maxwell AFB Beyond the Horizon Air & Space Show

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Montgomery, United States

US Air Force airshow

Athens Flying Week 2024 - Tanagra International Air Show

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Tanagra, Greece

International air show.