The Sukhoi Su-7 was fast, unforgiving and built for raw power. A true Cold War beast that demanded skill and respect from its pilots.
Would you choose it over the MiG 21?
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The MiG 25 Foxbat wasn’t about agility or finesse, it was built for one thing: pure speed and altitude.
Did NATO have anything that could intercept it?
The English Electric Canberra was an absolute game changer. Fast, high-flying and built to last, it could outrun fighters and stayed in service for decades.
Have any other military aircraft had such a long service life?
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The MiG-15 changed air combat overnight. Fast, powerful and built in huge numbers, it gave Western pilots a real shock during the Korean War.
Would you have backed this or the Sabre in a dogfight?
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The European Business Aviation Association has confirmed that EBACE26, due to take place in Geneva from 2 to 4 June 2026, will no longer go ahead.
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The Mi 24 Hind is not your typical helicopter. It is fast, heavily armed, and can even carry troops into battle. Built for both attack and transport, it has earned a reputation as one of the toughest gunships ever made.
Do you think the Hind is more versatile than the American Apache?
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The MiG 23 Flogger was fast, powerful, and way ahead of its time in some areas, but not without its flaws. From swing wings to long-range missiles, it changed how Soviet fighters operated during the Cold War.
Was it underrated, or just outmatched?
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The English Electric Lightning was pure power, speed and noise. A Cold War icon that could climb like nothing else and still turns heads today. Proper British engineering at its finest.
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The Ka 26 is one of the most unique helicopters ever built. With its modular design and twin rotor system, it could switch roles in minutes and handle tough conditions with ease. Not the fastest or the prettiest, but definitely one of the most clever.
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Ryanair flies over 550 aircraft, almost all Boeing 737s, making it one of the biggest fleets in Europe. They operate around 3,000 flights a day, that’s a take-off or landing roughly every 30 seconds!
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Not the fastest, not the flashiest, but one of the most important jet trainers ever built.
The L-29 Delfin taught thousands of pilots how to fly jets during the Cold War, and it did it with simplicity and reliability at its core.
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Big news for Concorde fans… she’s coming back!
An all electric Concorde is reportedly in development, bringing supersonic travel back to the skies, but this time without the noise and fuel burn we all remember.
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Concorde set to return to the skies in 2028!
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The Tu-134 wasn’t just another airliner, it was loud, unique and packed with Cold War character.
From its bomber style glass nose to using a parachute on landing, this Soviet jet did things its own way.
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With its engine mounted behind the crew, the F.E.2 offered a clear forward firing arc before synchronisation gear became reliable. It gave observers exceptional fields of fire, especially against early German fighters.
Was it a clever workaround or a long term compromise?
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This iconic twin-engine jet made a name for itself during the Cold War era, known for its versatility, raw power and that unmistakable smoky trail in the sky.
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This long-serving strategic bomber has been in the skies for decades, recognised by its eight-engine setup and its ability to carry out missions across vast distances.
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This high-flying spy plane is known for operating at extreme altitudes, so high that it can see the curvature of the Earth, and has played a quiet but crucial role in intelligence missions for decades.
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This trailblazer helped kick off the jet age for commercial travel, making long-haul flights faster and more accessible than ever before, and setting the standard for generations of airliners to come.
This WWII heavy bomber earned its nickname thanks to its defensive firepower and rugged ability to bring crews home, even after taking serious damage.
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This iconic four-engine bomber played a crucial role in night missions during WWII and became famous for carrying out some of the most daring and innovative operations of its time.
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This legendary warbird turned the tide in long-range escort missions and is instantly recognisable by the distinctive growl of its engine.
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The Yak 28R might not be as famous as Western recon jets, but it was a proper Cold War workhorse. Fast, capable and built to gather intel deep behind enemy lines, it shows just how serious the Soviets were about reconnaissance.
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This aircraft might look old school, but the Antonov An-2 is still out there doing the job in some of the toughest conditions on earth. From frozen tundras to rough grass strips, this thing just keeps going.
Would you fly in one?
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Built for speed, not style. The MiG 25 Foxbat shocked the West with its raw performance and extreme design.
Was it overhyped, or an absolute beast of the Cold War?
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Colombia welcomes its first Tecnam P2006T NG as AVIATEK expands special mission capabilities
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