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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.

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Whispering Giant: The Story Of The Bristol Britannia

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Crowding: Bristol Airport Passengers Face Significant Queues

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

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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.

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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.

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Inside Jet2's Massive Summer 2023 Expansion

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

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

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

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