08/08/2025
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732869
Petition: Require public consultation before airfields and aerodromes can be closed
Airfields and aerodromes play a vital role in the UK's transportation network, economic growth, emergency services, and heritage. However, some sites may be closed and redeveloped, often without sufficient public consultation or long-term strategic consideration.
06/08/2025
Solent Airport at Daedalus is busier than ever and is now home to hundreds of job.
Solent Airport at Daedalus is busier than ever and is now home to hundreds of jobs - Latest From ITV News
Watch the latest from ITV News - The site was closed by the Royal Navy in 1996, but has evolved in recent years, after it was bought by Fareham Borough Council for a pound
06/08/2025
Rochester Cathedral welcomes restored WW2 plane for exhibition
The Short Scion Floatplane G-AEZF aircraft is on display at Rochester Cathedral throughout August.
06/08/2025
Cathay’s ‘I Can Fly’ Programme Gets A Refresh, Empowering Hong Kong Youth To Pursue Careers In Aviation And Boost Travel - Travel And Tour World
Cathay Pacific launches the refreshed 2025 edition of its 'I Can Fly' youth programme, inspiring Hong Kong's youth to explore aviation careers and boost travel.
05/08/2025
Aviation Activity Days at Audley End
Tuesday 19th August 2025 (10:00 to 16:00)
or Wednesday 20th August 2025 (10:00 to 16:00)
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Audley End Airfield, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4BS
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The activities will start at 10:00 each day and following a safety briefing, will include a selection from the following;
How you can become involved as an aviation enthusiast as a hobby or career.
Theory of flight on the whiteboard at the back of the Hangar.
A look around the various flying machines in the hangar.
Air Law on the whiteboard to include rules about models and Drones.
Paper Planes making and flying.
Pre-flighting a real aircraft.
A visit to the Vintage Fabrics restoration hangar.
An introduction to the jobs at an airport & possible careers in Aerospace.
The activities will complete at 16:00 each day and lunch will be provided or bring along your own lunch and drinks if you prefer.
Some additional items which can rotate between the days may be;
A visit to IMT aviation at Wendens Ambo, Saffron Walden.
Model aircraft flying demonstration by a BMFA (British Model Flying Association) member.
Basic engineering using a knock apart Pedal plane.
Arrival of a guest in their flying machine with a talk.
Places are limited to 10 participants every day. To book your place, please pay £80 per youngster into the YES Account –
Once you have paid, then please send an e-mail to [email protected] copying [email protected] giving your youngsters name, age and your name, address and contact details, including Mobile Number.
16/07/2025
First look as aircraft touch down in RAF Fairford ahead of RIAT 2025
Aircraft from across the globe have been spotted flying into RAF Fairford ahead of the first day of RIAT 2025.
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Loganair Partners with Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Manufacturer
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14/09/2024
Airbus Beluga lands at London's Heathrow Airport
The plane was carrying parts for a British Airways plane that has been grounded since another plane collided with it in April.
14/09/2024
The 12-day flight across the world in a 60-year-old plane
Flying into Antarctica is an enormous challenge for both pilots and aircraft. A 60-year-old Canadian plane turns out to be perfect for the job.