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This week, a significant milestone in aviation history took place in California's skies as Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, ...
04/11/2025

This week, a significant milestone in aviation history took place in California's skies as Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, collaborating with NASA, successfully conducted the inaugural flight of the X-59.

This week, a significant milestone in aviation history took place in California's skies as Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, collaborating with NASA, successfully conducted the inaugural flight of the X-59. This innovative supersonic research aircraft is engineered to travel faster than sound without the...

The spirit of adventure and innovation that has long defined American backcountry aviation reached new heights, literall...
04/11/2025

The spirit of adventure and innovation that has long defined American backcountry aviation reached new heights, literally, when a factory-stock CubCrafters Carbon Cub UL climbed to a verified altitude of 37,609 feet above sea level.

The spirit of adventure and innovation that has long defined American backcountry aviation reached new heights, literally, when a factory-stock CubCrafters Carbon Cub UL climbed to a verified altitude of 37,609 feet above sea level. The flight, conducted on October 28, 2025, shattered expectations a...

The North American X-15A-2 represents one of the most striking chapters in the history of hypersonic flight. It was a ra...
04/11/2025

The North American X-15A-2 represents one of the most striking chapters in the history of hypersonic flight. It was a radical, purpose-designed modification of an already groundbreaking rocket plane, testing the limits of materials, aerodynamics and pilot endurance.

By Garth CalitzThe North American X-15A-2 represents one of the most striking chapters in the history of hypersonic flight. It was a radical, purpose-designed modification of an already groundbreaking rocket plane, testing the limits of materials, aerodynamics and pilot endurance. Unlike a sleek air...

For all the Chopper enthusiasts, Robinson Helicopter Company has released its highly anticipated book, Climb Higher: Wor...
04/11/2025

For all the Chopper enthusiasts, Robinson Helicopter Company has released its highly anticipated book, Climb Higher: Worldwide Adventures with Robinson Helicopters.

For all the Chopper enthusiasts, Robinson Helicopter Company has released its highly anticipated book, Climb Higher: Worldwide Adventures with Robinson Helicopters. The publication marks a milestone moment for the iconic California-based manufacturer, chronicling nearly five decades of engineering e...

The US government shutdown that kicked off at the beginning of October has turned the nation's aviation system into a co...
04/11/2025

The US government shutdown that kicked off at the beginning of October has turned the nation's aviation system into a comedy of errors, turning usual travel plans into an unexpected episode of “Survivor: Airport Edition.”

By Garth Calitz The US government shutdown that kicked off at the beginning of October has turned the nation's aviation system into a comedy of errors, turning usual travel plans into an unexpected episode of “Survivor: Airport Edition.” While commercial flights are still taking off, the US skie...

Boeing has taken a major step in assisting in enhancing Australia’s maritime surveillance and anti-submarine capabilitie...
04/11/2025

Boeing has taken a major step in assisting in enhancing Australia’s maritime surveillance and anti-submarine capabilities with the induction of the first Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon into a comprehensive upgrade program.

By Garth Calitz Boeing has taken a major step in assisting in enhancing Australia’s maritime surveillance and anti-submarine capabilities with the induction of the first Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon into a comprehensive upgrade program. At the same time, the RAAF has welcomed it...

The F-35B Lightning embodies the same spirit, enhancing the Harrier's philosophy by incorporating stealth, sensor fusion...
04/11/2025

The F-35B Lightning embodies the same spirit, enhancing the Harrier's philosophy by incorporating stealth, sensor fusion, and digital integration. These features collectively transform the Lightning into a strategic asset for contemporary missions, enabling it to conduct dispersed operations, support agile basing concepts, and sustain combat effectiveness in highly contested environments.

As seen by Air Chief Marshal Harv SmythCurrently deployed on Operation Highmast, the Royal Air Force (RAF) finds itself at a fascinating crossroads of heritage and innovation. During Exercise Falcon Strike, British pilots are flying alongside Italian allies in a mixed fleet environment that includes...

The Indonesian Air Force has received its first Airbus A400M Atlas, representing a major advancement in the country's on...
04/11/2025

The Indonesian Air Force has received its first Airbus A400M Atlas, representing a major advancement in the country's ongoing efforts to modernise its airlift fleet and enhance its regional operational capabilities.

By Garth CalitzThe Indonesian Air Force has received its first Airbus A400M Atlas, representing a major advancement in the country's ongoing efforts to modernise its airlift fleet and enhance its regional operational capabilities. Delivered by Airbus Defence and Space to the Indonesian Ministry of D...

Two US Navy aircraft from the USS Nimitz crashed in separate incidents within half an hour of each other over the South ...
28/10/2025

Two US Navy aircraft from the USS Nimitz crashed in separate incidents within half an hour of each other over the South China Sea, prompting parallel investigations into one of the most unusual operational mishaps to strike a US carrier air wing in recent years.

Two US Navy aircraft from the USS Nimitz crashed in separate incidents within half an hour of each other over the South China Sea, prompting parallel investigations into one of the most unusual operational mishaps to strike a US carrier air wing in recent years.According to statements from the US Pa...

We have all seen, heard, read, and some of us have flown in aircraft with two decks. The most famous being the B747 – un...
28/10/2025

We have all seen, heard, read, and some of us have flown in aircraft with two decks. The most famous being the B747 – undeniably the Queen of the skies, followed by the Airbus A380, a majestic proper double-decker and then the mighty Lockheed Galaxy C5, a proper multi-purpose beast, if ever there was one.

By Rob RussellWe have all seen, heard, read, and some of us have flown in aircraft with two decks. The most famous being the B747 – undeniably the Queen of the skies, followed by the Airbus A380, a majestic proper double-decker and then the mighty Lockheed Galaxy C5, a proper multi-purpose beast, ...

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