Aviation News June issue – OUT NOW

Featuring:

Darwin Evolves into Etihad Regional
Bruce Hales-Dutton reports on Etihad Airways recent “step-change in business strategy” with the launch of its first regional branded operation.

Monarch Airlines’ A300 Farewell
Charles Kennedy was on board a special flight for enthusiasts to mark the retirement of the last passenger Airbus A300 operating in Europe.

ROOM WITH A VIEW – Ilyushin Il-18 Hotel
Kees van der Mark visited a unique Ilyushin Il-18 in the Netherlands, that has been converted into a luxury hotel suite.

Midair Squadron’s Canberra PR9
Geoff Jones describes the work that went into return Canberra XH134 to the skies and the formation of the Midair Squadron display team.

RAF Sabres
Roger Lindsay looks back over the career of the Canadair Sabre F.4 in the RAF during the Cold War.

The B-1B Lancer Enters a New Era
The B-1B Lancer was initially designed as a nuclear bomber during the Cold War. Robert F Dorr explains how it has been adapted to provide close air support to troops.

What’s Happening at… Bruntingthorpe
Bruntingthorpe was saved from destruction by the family business that still owns it. Today it hosts a fleet of mostly ex-military jets, with an ambition to see as many as possible ‘live’. Paul E Eden found out more.

and much more!

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