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When the Bristol Brabazon first rolled out onto the runway at Filton Aerodrome in 1949, it was nothing short of a spectacle. This was the largest and most ambitious aircraft Britain had ever produced, an aviation marvel designed to carry wealthy passengers across the Atlantic in unmatched luxury. Yet, despite [read more]

The F-117 Nighthawk, famously known as the world’s first operational stealth aircraft, has a storied history in the U.S. military. Officially retired in 2008, the Nighthawk was celebrated for its groundbreaking design and capability to evade radar detection, marking a significant leap in aerial warfare technology. However, despite its retirement, [read more]

Although, from an airliner perspective, Farnborough International Airshow 2024 was a subdued affair there was still plenty of flying over the 5 days. Here is our quick take on the best highlights from the flying display ahead of the full release later this month. The video features the Airbus A321XLR, [read more]

There is no doubt that severe turbulence is effecting more and more flights. Climate change discussions aside, increasing incidents of severe turbulence is a fact!  How can we prevent the most serious consequences of inflight turbulence in this rapidly changing climate if we are to continue flying around the world? First, passengers should pay [read more]

I think even those without any interest in aviation matters cannot have failed to hear of airliners being diverted off their course to land and expel a passenger, or two, into the hands of some foreign police force because they had caused serious disruption on board, nearly always due to [read more]

It seems like every five years or so we hear that a Flying Car is just about to be seen on our High Streets. Well, I’m sorry to report that such a sight is about as likely as seeing a UFO land there, especially in the UK. The dream engendered [read more]

Throughout its history, the aviation industry has witnessed a tremendous transition, with technology playing an important part in improving safety, efficiency, and the overall experience of passengers. There are a number of technical advancements within the aviation business that we love and appreciate. These advancements range from ground-breaking improvements in air [read more]

Streaming live from airports and airfields has become massively popular in recent years and judging by the numbers watching them, it’s not hard to see why. Watching a live stream is a great way to see what’s going on at another airport without having to travel but they do vary [read more]