Aircraft Fact Sheets

De Havilland DH-106 Comet

Introduction The De Havilland DH-106 Comet made history as the world’s first production commercial jet airliner. Entering scheduled service in 1952, it revolutionized passenger aviation with unprecedented speed, high-altitude capability, and a quiet, pressurized cabin. [Read More..]
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General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark

Introduction The General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark stands as a landmark achievement in modern military aviation, pioneering production variable-sweep wing technology, afterburning turbofan engines, and automated low-level terrain-following radar. Designed as a supersonic, all-weather tactical strike [Read More..]
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Westland Lysander

Introduction The British Master of Short Takeoffs and Clandestine Night Operations The Westland Lysander was a British army co-operation aircraft renowned for its exceptional short takeoff and landing (STOL) performance. Built to operate from rough [Read More..]
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British Aircraft Corporation BAC TSR-2

Introduction Britain’s High-Speed Cold War Strike and Reconnaissance Pioneer The BAC TSR-2 was an ambitious British supersonic strike aircraft and reconnaissance platform developed during the Cold War. Engineered to penetrate heavily defended airspace at high [Read More..]
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MBB Bo 105

Introduction The Pioneer of Twin-Engine Agility and Hingeless Rotor Technology The MBB Bo 105 is a multipurpose light utility helicopter that redefined rotorcraft engineering through its revolutionary rigid rotor system and twin-turbine safety. Engineered for [Read More..]
Aviation Museums & Collections

Avro Heritage Museum (UK), 16 July 2022

Introduction The Avro Heritage Museum in Woodford, Greater Manchester, preserves the extensive industrial and aeronautical legacy of aircraft manufacturer A.V. Roe and Company (Avro). Located on the historic Woodford Aerodrome site, the museum showcases iconic [Read More..]
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NH Industries NH90

Introduction The NHIndustries NH90 is an advanced, twin-engine, medium multi-role military helicopter developed by NHIndustries. Featuring a composite airframe, full digital fly-by-wire controls, and a spacious unobstructed cabin, it is engineered to meet stringent NATO [Read More..]
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Sukhoi SuperJet 100

Introduction The sukhoi superjet 100 (SSJ100) is a modern twin-engine regional jet developed by the Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company. Designed to connect secondary hubs and regional markets, it seats between 87 and 98 passengers in [Read More..]
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Antonov An-70

Introduction The Antonov An-70 is a four-engine medium tactical transport aircraft developed by the Antonov Design Bureau. As the world’s first large aircraft powered exclusively by advanced propfan engines, it combines high-speed jet-like performance with [Read More..]
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Antonov An-26, Curl

Introduction The Antonov An-26, designated by NATO as the Curl, is a twin-turboprop tactical transport aircraft. Developed by the Antonov Design Bureau, it provides versatile military and civilian cargo capabilities, featuring a pressurized cabin and [Read More..]
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Antonov An-32, Cline

Introduction The Antonov An-32, designated by NATO as the Cline, is a twin-engine turboprop tactical transport aircraft. Developed by the Antonov Design Bureau, it is specifically engineered for exceptional performance in “hot and high” environments, [Read More..]
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Boeing P-26 Peashooter

Introduction The Boeing P-26 Peashooter is an American single-seat pursuit monoplane developed by the Boeing Airplane Company. As the first all-metal production fighter aircraft and the final pursuit aircraft with braced wings, fixed landing gear, [Read More..]