The Israeli Air Force Today Part 1 Born some thirty-eight years ago from humble beginnings and with a hotchpotch of light civil and war surplus aircraft, the Israeli Defence Force Air Force (IDFAF) has grown into a force whose exploits and qualities are admired and respected by both friends and foes alike. There can be

Peter Danne Air Traffic Controller Back in December 1982, I was fortunate enough to be detailed by the editor to spend an entire shift with an approach controller at Sydney Airport’s Area Control Centre and write a story on the day’s activity. I enjoyed the whole experience so much that when this new series became

The next time you fly, think of Bob… by Steve Swift Engineer Flight Standards Division, DofA On Sunday, September 29, 1985, Bob Douglas had originally planned to spend a quiet day at home with his family. Instead, he spent the day in his office studying the structure of the Britten Norman Islander, a twin-engined aircraft

New Hot and High Version of Mbb BO105 Available MBB have successfully gained FAA certification for the latest version of their long-established BO105 utility helicopter. Designated the 8O105LS A-3, the new variant is specifically optimised for hot and high conditions and features a certified operating altitude for takeoffs and landings of some 20,000ft. This content