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Aviation

Do you love aeroplanes...or airplanes? Then you've come to the right place. Here you'll find articles on all types, from the Cessna 152 to the Eclipse 400 Very Light Jet. Or perhaps you prefer helicopters; if so take a look at the Robinson R22, the Bell 206 JetRanger, or find out about building one - the Rotorway Exec 162F.

Maybe you're a pilot, or thinking of learning to fly. Then read about flying training, from How to Choose a Flying School to advice on your Trial Lesson to How to Hover a Helicopter.

If you're interested in how aeroplanes actually work, see Aerospace Engineering. Or if you prefer the History of Aviation, you'll enjoy our articles on UK aviatrix Amy Johnson, or World War II test pilot Hanna Reitsch.

Whatever aspect of aviation is for you, enjoy!

Latest articles in Aviation

 The 60th Anniversary of the First Passenger Jet Airliner Flight

The last pilot to fly one of the planes on display at RAF Cosford, UK, got back in the cockpit again on the 60th anniversary of its first passenger flight.

May 14, 2012 – Pam Griffin

STS-107 Columbia Tragedy: Were There Options?

Space shuttle Columbia was damaged reportedly right after take-off and destroyed at re-entry. Could Columbia have been saved? How do craft today compare?

Feb 9, 2012 – Catherine E Whitehead

Non Stick Vehicles - A Great Way to Save Money

Airlines may see massive savings with the use of Nano-technology high-tech coatings that increase aerodynamic efficiency and lower costs by huge amounts.

Feb 7, 2012 – Mark Charlwood

Amelia -The Iconic Miss Earhart

Seventy four years after her disappearance over the Pacific, Amelia Earhart is still remembered as the most iconic of all the pioneering female aviators.

Dec 9, 2011 – Murray McLeod

Airplane Weight and Balance

The total amount of weight and the manner in which the weight is distributed inside the airplane directly impacts the safety and efficiency of the flight.

Dec 9, 2011 – Robert Rubenstein

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