The Avro Vulcan, a revolutionary aircraft, emerged as a symbol of British engineering prowess during the Cold War. This iconic delta-wing strategic bomber, developed by A.V. Roe and Comp… Read More

Mosman’s Bill Purdy shares his memories of the D-Day landings, 80 years on. Image: Graham Monro gmphotographics. By ANNA USHER For Mosman’s Bill Purdy, the memories of 6 June 194… Read More

The events Australian World War II veteran Bill Purdy witnessed on this day from high above the English Channel eight decades ago have never left him. On June 6, 1944, the Sydne… Read More

Seeking the lowdown on the Bournemouth Air Festival? This is your gateway to experiencing jaw-dropping aerobatics, lively cultural acts, and exciting attractions along Bournemouth’s st… Read More

Defensive turrets on bomber aircraft represent a significant evolution in aerial combat tactics and aircraft design. These installations allowed bombers to defend themselves against enem… Read More

The Bristol 188, known as the “Flaming Pencil” due to its distinctive, elongated fuselage, was a British experimental aircraft developed to explore the frontiers of supersonic fl… Read More

The aerospace manufacturing industry in the UK has undergone significant transformations over the years, positioning itself as a global leader in innovation and technological advancement. Th… Read More

The He 177 Greif was big, fast and carried a large bomb load, but it was also terribly unreliable and had a slightly concerning tendency of catching fire in flight. This is well known, with… Read More

Brian Barry, Jason Tsiropoulos, Felicity Wilson and Frank Powell at the Sunday Sunset Service. By JACK KELLY The community’s remaining WWII veterans have been honoured at the Mosman Wa… Read More

The First World War was a time of great experimentation for aircraft, resulting in some freaky designs. The R.I is a perfect example, with its great size and distinct, three-storey fuselage… Read More

The history of aviation is brimming with names that continue to inspire awe. Avro Aircraft stands tall amongst these pioneers, leaving an indelible mark on the evolution of flight. From humb… Read More

The Avro York was a British transport aircraft that played a pivotal role during and after the Second World War. Developed by Avro, an aircraft manufacturer better known for the legendary La… Read More

The Avro Lancaster stands as one of the most distinguished heavy bombers of the Second World War, renowned for its remarkable role in the Allied victory. This aircraft emerged from the urgen… Read More

BUY FROM AMAZON Product Description: Winning a war is not easy. LANCASTER tells the story of the iconic WW2 bomber, through the words of the last surviving veterans. Sta… Read More

The Vickers Valiant stands as a monumental achievement in British aviation, taking to the skies just ten years after the Avro Lancaster. This pioneering aircraft emerged during a critical pe… Read More

The bomber raid on Dresden was a controversial and highly destructive combined operation by Royal Air Force Lancaster bombers and United States Air Force B-17 Flying Fortress bombers on 13… Read More

The myth of RAF Scampton housing a live Grandslam bomb outside its premises is a tale that intertwines historical facts with elements of urban legend, captivating the imagination of both loc… Read More

The Avro 683 Lancaster bomber was a four-engine heavy bomber flown by the Royal Air Force and allies during the Second World War (1939-45). Lancasters were particularly used in nighttime bom… Read More

Designed by Miles Aircraft Limited in 1940, the M.20 was conceived as an emergency fighter that could be quickly and cheaply produced in the event of significant losses of frontline Royal Ai… Read More

Embark on an Antique Adventure at Hemswell Europe’s Largest Antiques Centre Beckons! Europe’s Largest Antiques Centre BeckonsHemswell Antique Centres. Today, let’s de… Read More

First for Women and Kate Bush's greatest hits:1. “Wuthering Heights” (1978)Bush’s debut single, “Wuthering Heights,” topped the UK pop charts and remains one of… Read More

By John Berry We happen to be just a few hours removed from the start of a new year.  Although it is difficult to prognosticate what the future will hold in the world of professional… Read More

As an avid London enthusiast, I never tire of leisurely rambling through its charming streets and discovering hidden gems around every corner. Join me on a scenic walk from the grandeur of… Read More

Eighty years after they were shot down by the Germans over Dutch waters, British airmen Arthur Smart, Raymond Moore and Charles Sprack can be laid to rest after the Dutch defence ministry co… Read More

As the largest British-built heavy bomber of World War II, the Short Stirling stood impressively tall at nearly twenty-three feet, powered by its robust Bristol Hercules radial engines that… Read More

This research paper will navigate through the multidisciplinary facets of growing geopolitical interests in the Arctic region which raises the inte… Read More

STAFFORD, Va. — Growing up in a family of aviators, Michael Parkyn found it hard to believe the lore about his father’s cousin, Alfred. As the story went, Alfred Parkyn was an… Read More

Masters of the Air: How the Bomber Boys Broke Down the Nazi War Machine English | 14 May 2020 | ASIN: B088MGWKFR | M4B@66 kbps | 25h 16m | 734.31 MB Author: Donald L. MillerNarrator: Roberts… Read More

Marshalled on the deck of HMS Prince of Wales off the US East Coast, this is an F-35B fully loaded. To the max. Topped out. Maximum effort.It’s known in naval aviation parlance as &lsq… Read More

The Tallboy bomb, developed during World War II by British engineer Sir Barnes Wallis, was an aerial bomb designed for deep penetration, allowing it to target heavily fortified structures an… Read More

The Grand Slam bomb, developed by Britain during World War II, is one of the largest conventional bombs ever used in combat, designed to break the sound barrier on its way to the ground and… Read More

Photoflash bombs are a type of explosive ordnance with the purpose of illuminating vast areas of the ground for night-time aerial reconnaissance. Resembling a typical bomb, they produce a br… Read More

Take a walk through time as you enjoy the murals of Islington Village, depicting the history of this area of Toronto that was once known as Village of Mimico. At first glance, it looks li… Read More

It's interesting to visit the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum on days when flights are scheduled, you get a chance to see some iconic aircraft taking to the skies from Hamilton Airport. Yo… Read More

As well some of the UK’s top visitor attractions (think Lincoln Cathedral), the county of Lincolnshire boasts plenty of unique attractions and offbeat experiences for those looking to… Read More

In a tribute to the Armed Forces, cadets services, veterans, and their families, the London Borough of Barnet commemorated Armed Forces Day (24 June) with a spectacular parade held in partne… Read More

Few events remain as bitterly controversial as the bombing of Dresden, Germany, by the Allied forces in February 1945. The destruction of this city, known as the “Florence of the E… Read More

In the history of military aviation, there have been many stories about aircraft projects that have been touted as brilliant concepts, but the resultant prototype is found to be sadly lackin… Read More

The MQ-28A. It may appear to the casual observer that military and civilian drones are a relatively new phenomenon, but the truth is that the experimental use of drones commenced in the l… Read More

The Fisher P-75 Eagle was developed as an interceptor aircraft in response to a specification by the United States Army Air Force (USAAF) for a plane with a rapid rate of climb that also had… Read More