FlyPast Magazine

11/01/2026

After almost 40 years at IWM Duxford, the Historic Aircraft Collection’s Hawker Hurricane G-HURI has moved to a new home https://www.key.aero/article/hawker-hurricane-moves-old-warden?utm_source=Facebook

Image credit: The Shuttleworth Trust

After almost 40 years at IWM Duxford, the Historic Aircraft Collection’s Hawker Hurricane G-HURI officially moved to a new home with Old Warden’s Shuttleworth Collection on November 26.

11/01/2026

The story behind the crash of a Robin Airlines Curtiss C-46E https://www.key.aero/article/c-46e-crash-landing-isnt-newark?utm_source=Facebook

Image credit: VIA NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM/ABIGAIL MILLER

The story behind the crash of a Robin Airlines Curtiss C-46E

10/01/2026

✈️ Spitfire at 90 ✈️ Available now to pre-order!

In this 90th anniversary year, the publishers of FlyPast magazine present a special 100-page tribute to Britain's greatest fighter and possibly the best known combat aircraft in the world.

Using extensive archive images, the best of aviation writers and researchers salute the Spitfire's incredible heritage.

This edition has been updated with fresh imagery of present-day Spitfires in their element from renowned air-to-air photographer John Dibbs.

It presents a stunning portfolio from the day fighter Mk.I to the high-flying Mk.XIX and the wing-folding Seafires.
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10/01/2026

The first flight of L39 Aviation Ltd’s British Aerospace Hawk T.1 G-HAWC took place at St Athan in South Wales https://www.key.aero/article/raspberry-ripple-hawk-flies-civilian-hands?utm_source=Facebook

Image credit: Mark Parsons

The first flight of L39 Aviation Ltd’s British Aerospace Hawk T.1 G-HAWC took place at St Athan in South Wales on December 2 with Dave Harvey and John Hurrel in the cockpit.

10/01/2026

Sérgio Santana describes how Soviet strategic bombers prepared to make nuclear strikes against Western targets during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis https://www.key.aero/article/cuban-missile-crisis-soviet-bomber-attack-plans-revealed?utm_source=Facebook

Image credit: via Sérgio Santana

Sérgio Santana describes how Soviet strategic bombers prepared to make nuclear strikes against Western targets during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis

09/01/2026

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09/01/2026

F35 Lightning II - NOW AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER!

The F-35 Lightning II is the world’s most advanced multi-role combat aircraft, combining stealth, speed, and sensor fusion to redefine modern airpower.

This authoritative bookazine, written by aviation expert Mark Ayton, explores the fighter’s origins, development, and frontline service with the US and allied air forces.

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09/01/2026

Try our FREE quiz on the Armstrong Whitworth Argosy https://www.key.aero/article/test-your-knowledge-armstrong-whitworth-argosy?utm_source=Facebook

Try our quiz on the Armstrong Whitworth Argosy

09/01/2026

✈️ SPITFIRE AT 90 ✈️
A legendary fighter. A timeless tribute.

To mark the 90th anniversary of the Spitfire, the publishers of FlyPast magazine present a stunning 100-page special edition celebrating Britain’s greatest fighter aircraft.

Featuring extensive archive photography and expert insight from leading aviation writers and researchers, this beautifully updated edition also includes breathtaking present-day air-to-air imagery by renowned photographer John Dibbs.

From the iconic Mk.I to the high-flying Mk.XIX, and including the remarkable Seafires, this is a must-have souvenir for aviation enthusiasts worldwide.

📘 Spitfire at 90
👤 Author: John Dibbs
📄 100 pages
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📅 On sale: 05 February 2026
📖 ISBN: 978 1 83632 215 3

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09/01/2026

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F-35 Lightning II
The definitive guide to the world’s most advanced combat aircraft

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09/01/2026

A very welcome update from Navy Wings regarding Seafire XVII SX336!

As we begin another year at Navy Wings, we wanted to share some exciting news about our Seafire.

At the end of 2023, Navy Wings Seafire SX336 made the journey to Kennet Aviation at Old Warden as the engine was approaching the end of its lifespan and therefore was in need of overhaul or replacement. However, with funding allocated to other aircraft, progress on the Seafire became slow.

We’re delighted to announce that the necessary funding is now in place to return the aircraft to flight in 2026. We have purchased a completely re-furbished Griffon VI engine which will be fitted to the aircraft. The plan is that the current engine will be overhauled. Keep an eye out for future updates.

We, like you, can’t wait to see her take to the air once more!

07/01/2026

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