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Based On The Bristol Britannia: The Story Of The Canadair CL-44

Based On The Bristol Britannia: The Story Of The Canadair CL-44

The detailed history of a rare commercial plane, cargo aircraft, and military transporter.

Steven Walker 2 years ago
Rare Turboprop Freighter - The Story Of The Short Belfast

Rare Turboprop Freighter - The Story Of The Short Belfast

Once an iconic heavyweight lifter in the air cargo arena but now long since gone from our skies.

Luke Peters 2 years ago
Whispering Giant: The Story Of The Bristol Britannia

Whispering Giant: The Story Of The Bristol Britannia

Production of the type lasted just eight years due to the advent of the jet age.

Jake Hardiman 2 years ago
Deja Vu: Bristol Airport Had A Huge Fire That Destroyed Several Vehicles

Deja Vu: Bristol Airport Had A Huge Fire That Destroyed Several Vehicles

The blaze broke out in an open-air car park.

Jake Hardiman 2 years ago
Looking Back: 20 Years Since Concorde's Final Flight

Looking Back: 20 Years Since Concorde's Final Flight

The last aircraft touched down at Filton Airport in November 2003, putting an end to 27 years of supersonic service.

Molly Russell 2 years ago
Airbus Officially Opens Its Innovative Wing Technology Development Centre In Filton

Airbus Officially Opens Its Innovative Wing Technology Development Centre In Filton

The facility will play a key role in the manufacturer's Wing Of Tomorrow program.

Jake Hardiman 3 years ago
What's The Latest With The 'PYTCHAir' Boeing 727 In Bristol?

What's The Latest With The 'PYTCHAir' Boeing 727 In Bristol?

The Boeing 727 has been in Bristol since early 2021 and is now in use as an office and events space, with more to come.

Justin Hayward 3 years ago
63 Years Ago Today The Canadair CL-44 Took To The Skies For The First Time

63 Years Ago Today The Canadair CL-44 Took To The Skies For The First Time

The Canadair CL-44 had a hinged fuselage for loading cargo.

Mark Finlay 3 years ago
On This Day In 1957 The Bristol Aeroplane Company Lost A Britannia Prototype In A Crash

On This Day In 1957 The Bristol Aeroplane Company Lost A Britannia Prototype In A Crash

The unexplained crash of an early Bristol Britannia 175.

Mark Finlay 3 years ago
Crowding: Bristol Airport Passengers Face Significant Queues

Crowding: Bristol Airport Passengers Face Significant Queues

The airport called the queues “unacceptable” and was in “serious talks” with its security provider.

Jamie Moore 3 years ago
Why Local Councilors Are Against Expansion At Bristol Airport

Why Local Councilors Are Against Expansion At Bristol Airport

Campaigners claim the airport's expansion plans will harm the local environment and hinder climate targets.

Luke Bodell 4 years ago
Inside Jet2's Massive Summer 2023 Expansion

Inside Jet2's Massive Summer 2023 Expansion

The British leisure airline announces new routes from 3 of its hubs.

Jamie Moore 4 years ago
Video: Airbus Mounts An A320 Wing Outside Its Bristol Test Center

Video: Airbus Mounts An A320 Wing Outside Its Bristol Test Center

Airbus opened a new research facility in the city last year.

Jake Hardiman 4 years ago
Revealed: What Are easyJet’s Most Profitable Airports?

Revealed: What Are easyJet’s Most Profitable Airports?

James Pearson 4 years ago
Irish Startup Emerald Air Eyes St Patrick's Day Flight Launch

Irish Startup Emerald Air Eyes St Patrick's Day Flight Launch

James Pearson 4 years ago
Impressive: easyJet's Strong Manchester Network Next Summer

Impressive: easyJet's Strong Manchester Network Next Summer

James Pearson 4 years ago
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

James Pearson 4 years ago
COVID Flight Ban Cancels 12% Of Morocco's Flights

COVID Flight Ban Cancels 12% Of Morocco's Flights

James Pearson 4 years ago
End Of An Era: TUI Airways Retires Its Last Boeing 757

End Of An Era: TUI Airways Retires Its Last Boeing 757

James Pearson 4 years ago
235 Seats: Where Is easyJet Flying Its Airbus A321neos?

235 Seats: Where Is easyJet Flying Its Airbus A321neos?

James Pearson 4 years ago