Current issue
April 2010 edition cover: Richard Paver photographed Trevor Roche flying Hawker Sea Hurricane Mk IB Z7015/G-BKTH en route from Duxford to Old Warden on July 12, 2009.
Eastern Prelude
In our Hidden History feature this month Vladimir Kotelnikov reveals the little-known air war between Japan and the Soviet Union which took place over Manchuria in 1939.
People Power
Philippe Couderchon and Russ Snadden describe the Memorial Flight Association's superb restoration of the Musée de l'Air's rare WW2 Heinkel He 162 jet-engined “people's fighter”.
Fierce Wind over the Deck
The Hawker Hurricane proved itself a tough opponent during the Battle of Britain — but would it work as well at sea? Philip Jarrett relates the type's transition from landlubber to seadog.
Aircrew
This month James Kightly spotlights the role of an English Electric Lightning pilot. With an illustration by Ian Bott.
Shuttleworth: Warden of the Old Timers
Tim Skeet opens a two-part feature in which he reports from Old Warden on the 21st Century challenges facing the remarkable Shuttleworth Collection.
One Way Ticket to Berlin
In August 1941 Avro Manchester Mk I L7377 was caught in flak over Berlin. Andreas Metzmacher describes how a dedicated pair of German researchers pieced together its final hours.
Database: de Havilland D.H.106 Comet
Barry Jones describes the rise and fall — and rise again — of de Havilland's innovative and graceful Comet, the world's first jet airliner.
Plus: News, reviews, readers' letters, special offers and much more – including our Navigator section at the back of the magazine with all the latest on what to buy, where to go and how to get involved, plus our Hairy Moment back page! Make sure you don't miss an issue – subscribe now!
Subscribe to Aeroplane Monthly!
- Special Christmas discounts available online- The best features on fighters, civil and military aircraft
- Direct delivery to your door every month
Click here to order your subscription now
