Articles related to "Avro"

The Avro Arrow, built by AV Roe Canada was a high performance delta-wing interceptor. It represented the culmination of a design study that began in 1953.

A review of the Avro Manchester. It offered advances over the current types but the new bomber was universally disliked by its crews.

A review of the Avro Lancaster which entered RAF service in March 1942; a most critical period for Britain's survival during WWII.

The delta winged airplane, the Vulcan bomber, was phased out of Air Force service in 1984. But call sign XH558 is once again thrilling spectators at air displays.

A huge area of the Atlantic anchored by Bermuda, Puerto Rico, and Florida has acquired an undeserved reputation for strange events.

This article covers the aerial exploits of Herbert John Hinkler; Australia's Lone Eagle and his record breaking flights. He always flew solo and was a superb navigator.

By the end of the First World War it was clear that Royal Flying Corps training methods and airplanes had killed more pilots than combat with the Germans over France.

The existence of the new Lancaster was revealed following the audacious daylight raid on the diesel engine works at Augsburg in April 1942.

The Aviation Heritage Centre is a privately owned, family-run business that serves as a memorial to Bomber Command and is home to Avro Lancaster NX611, "Just Jane."

The 'Halley' was the second of the RAF four-engine 'Heavies' to become operational and served with distinction alongside the Stirling and Lancaster.

Visitors to El Aeropuerto de Frederico Garcia-Lorca Granada-Jaen find that the small international airport provides a welcome change from Malaga's busy transit halls.

Great Britian and Argentina placed their most experianced pilots at the controls of some of the most capable combat aircraft in the world and fought an epic air war.

The DC3's origins began in 1933 and 7 decades later, this evergreen transport is still in operation in all corners of the globe.

As the 2009 More Bus Bournemouth Air Festival is hailed a success, the Council has announced it will return in 2010. But what lessons can be learned from the 2009 event?

The PBY Catalina was a vital part of Coastal Command's armoury; and in US Navy and RAAF service it is remembered with affection.

Prime Minister Curtin believed appointing a member of the royal family would improve chances Britain maintained its commitment to Australia's defence during World War II.