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Volume 10 Number 7
World News
First Afghan G222 • Pakistan’s Block 52 F-16s • Eurohawk unveiled • KC-X back on • Egyptian F-16s
PLUS! A special report on the Iranian military air parade that ended in disaster
Front Line
Combat Aircraft’s hard-hitting regular column by Robert F. Dorr
Transforming the Tigers
The first ever two-week NATO Tiger Meet appears to have been a huge success. David Halford reviews the exercise and examines what the future holds for the NATO Tigers
Libya’s Show of Force
One of the most fascinating events of the year is LAVEX, the Libyan Aviation Exhibition in Tripoli. Combat Aircraft Monthly’s Deputy Editor Ben Dunnell was there to report on the latest developments in Libyan military aviation
USAF AGGRESSORS
Bandit Country
Combat Aircraft Monthly editor Jamie Hunter visits Nellis AFB and meets the resident aggressor squadrons for a world exclusive air-to-air photo mission
Alaska’s Aggressor Vipers
In the second part of our focus on USAF aggressors, Ted Carlson heads to Alaska to see the 18th AGRS in action
Aggressor Origins
Robert F. Dorr on the origins and early history of the USAF aggressor squadrons
Red Eagles
The story of USAF aggressors would not be complete without examining the variety of MiGs and other types that it flew in secret for many years. Steve Davies looks at the associated ‘Red Eagles’ aggressor squadron and its clandestine history
Lipetsk — Russia’s Fighter School of Excellence
This training and tactics development school operates a fascinating range of current Russian AF combat aircraft. Bob Archer reports
Eyes of the German Eagles
Stefan Büttner and Alexander Golz detail the history and current operational activities of the Luftwaffe’s Tornado squadron AG 51 as it marks 15 years of tactical recce ops in Germany
Malta’s Air Wing
Derek Bower gets up close and personal with Malta’s ‘small, but perfectly formed’ air wing
Chile’s Bicentennial Air Power
In September 2010 Chile will mark the 200th anniversary of its independence, and the celebrations started on September 19 this year with a huge military parade over Santiago. Cees-Jan van der Ende and Rob de Kok were there to cover the action
Flight Sims
Rise of Flight is one of the most eagerly-awaited new programs for flight simmers. Jay Slater gives us the lowdown
New Books
Denis J. Calvert reviews the latest aviation books
US NAVY – FIGHTERS OF THE FIFTIES
F3H Demon
Continuing our fascinating series on classic US naval jet fighters, Combat Aircraft Monthly showcases some unsung carrier aviation greats from the early Cold War era. In this issue, Robert F. Dorr examines the F3H Demon
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Volume 10 Number 6
Testing with the Orange Jumper
It is one of the Royal Netherlands AF's most interesting and important aircrfat. Frank Crebas looks at the work of the famous F-16BM 'Orange Jumper' and the work of its associated unit, the 323 TACTESS (Tactical Training, Evaluation and Standardization Squadron)
Denmark's Merlin Masters
With the first of six additional Royal Danish AF Merlins having arrived at Karup, Jan Jorgensen takes to the air with spectacular results
Tweet's last tango
Sadly the T-37B 'Tweet' has now been retired by the USAF. Greg L. Davis looks back at the final days of this popular, but noisy, little trainer
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Volume 10 Number 5
Eurofighter Typhoon - we have a huge rundown on the programme tied in with the signature of the Tranche 3A deal. If you want to read about what it all really means then Jon Lake delivers the ultimate answers.
We also have 29 pages of world military aviation news including special features on A400M and new Marine Corps recon aspirations.
Neil Pearson reports on the latest Maple Flag exercise.
Jon Lake looks at the future facing the RAF's No 51 Sqn, and what will replace its Nimrod R1s.
Ted Carlson joins US Marines Harrier on exercise at Red Beach.
Jan Jorgensen's stunning Norwegian P-3 photos in his look at these North Atlantic Warriors.
An exclusive report from Kadena from Jim Haseltine and Robert F. Dorr.
US Army airpower 2009 by Tom Kaminski - the best overview of the Army air assets around!
Czech Gripens on patrol in the Baltics by Tieme Festner.
US Navy Fighter of the Fifties series looks at the F3H Skyknight.
Plus an incredible feature on Macedonian Mi-24 'Hinds'.
Plus book and flight sim reviews.
Loads of photographs, great reproduction, opinions, reviews, and all that Combat Aircraft does best.
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Volume 10 Number 4
PLEASE NOTE: FRONT COVERS ARE DIFFERENT FOR US AND EUROPEAN EDITIONS
World News
First Saudi Typhoons delivered • VH-71 program terminated • Possible Raptor reprieve? • RAF Tornados deploy to Afghanistan as Harriers return • New Hercules gunships for US military
PLUS! A special report on the military aviation news to emerge from the recent Paris Air Show
Front Line
Combat Aircraft’s hard-hitting regular column by Robert F. Dorr
The Big Issue
Big cuts are at the center of the Obama administration’s proposed defense budget for 2010. Robert F. Dorr reports
Stealth Bomber 20 years on
Jamie Hunter marks the 20th anniversary of the B-2 Spirit’s maiden flight
Gunfighters over Isa
Bahrain’s fighter force is small, but potent and well-balanced. Stefan Degraef and Edwin Borremans flew with the units based at Isa
RUSSIAN AF AIR POWER 2009
The most comprehensive force briefing on the current Russian AF yet seen in a Western magazine is presented by Combat Aircraft. Stefan Büttner details this still formidable air arm’s units, bases and aircraft
Last of the Corsairs
Jamie Hunter visits Araxos AB in Greece, home of the world’s last operational A-7 Corsair IIs, still soldiering on with the Hellenic AF
Radar Love
Having apparently beaten budgetary problems, the E-2D Hawkeye is moving towards service entry with the US Navy. An exclusive report and photos by Ted Carlson
‘Herrick’ Harriers
Jamie Hunter details the sterling work done by the UK’s Joint Force Harrier over Afghanistan as its lengthy deployment comes to an end
US NAVY – FIGHTERS OF THE FIFTIES
F2H Banshee
Continuing our new series on classic US naval jet fighters from the early Cold War era, LCDR Rick Burgess, USN (Ret) examines the F2H Banshee, which saw relatively limited service in the three-year air war over Korea and scored no victories in aerial combat, but which many felt was superior to the more renowned F9F Panther
Sea Knights and the Sierra
Ted Carlson flies with the ‘jack-of-all-trades’ MH-60S helicopters of US Navy unit HSC-22 ‘Sea Knights’
New Books
Denis J. Calvert reviews the latest aviation books
Flight Sims
Up-to-date releases, and a look at a ‘new dawn’ for IL-2, fall under the critical eye of Jay Slater
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Volume 10 Number 3
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Black Monday - Robert F. Dorr details the latest US budget cuts proposed by defense secretary Robert Gates in a special report.
'Green Bats' of Nellis - Steve Davies brings us a report and exclusive aerial images of the 422nd TES at Nellis.
Pakistan's high fliers - Pakistan Army helicopter mountain rescue is detailed in this feature from Rogier Westerhuis.
Knights of the North - Combat Aircraft editor Jamie Hunter reports from Bodo on the Royal Norwegian AF F-16s in action.
US Marine Corps Airpower - a full rundown of the USMC from Tom Kaminski.
Fighting with the Gladiators - US Navy Hornet training unit VFA-106 is detailed by Rick Llinares.
Omani Air Power - a 50th anniversary special report by Peter R. Foster.
New Series - US Navy Fighters of the Fifties - Rick Burgess details the F9F Panther.
Bulgaria's Last Fishbeds - Alexander Mladenov looks at MiG-21 operations in Bulgaria.
Plus the latest world news including a look at F-15SE Silent Eagle, the Predator C and an exclusive interview with the chief of the Air National Guard.
I hope you all enjoy the magazine!
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Volume 10 Number 2
This issue is absolutely packed with features and specials.
Firstly, we have an amazing new subscription offer for readers - a free DVD box set of the Canadian series 'Jetstream'.
Quite simply, this is some of the best aerial footage I have ever seen. The 8 part series of 1-hour programmes showcases CF-188 training in the Canadian AF. The filming is amazing, the details of the course and the individuals involved makes for compelling viewing. I heartily recommend it.
Contents of the magazine are as follows:
News from around the Globe, including news specials on the future of USAF Air Force One, and latest Iranian AF (IRIAF) updates, including a new blue/grey camouflage RF-4E and F-14 and F-4E air-to-air shots. Plus Aero India.
Main features:
Testing the Typhoon - Sqn Ldr Andy Millikin talks about testing the RAF Typhoon
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Last of the F-111s - they've just been to Red Flag for the last time - Nigel Pittaway details the planned last year for RAAF F-111s.
Jammin' with the Growler - a world-exclusive for us. I visited VX-31 late last year to fly with the EA-18G.
US Navy Air Power 2009 - The famous CA rundown of the US Navy units, bases and aircraft by Tom Kaminski.
The Viking's Last War - Tony Holmes bids farewell to the S-3.
Argentine Air Power - Santiago Rivas and Juan Carlos Cicalesi give an incredible insight into this Latin American air arm.
Century Series - F-106 Delta Dart - Quite frankly, one of the best aviation articles I have ever read! Col Jack Broughton talks about his association with the Dart.
Close Support - French Style - Henri-Pierre Grolleau details French AF battlefield support - Mirage F1-style!
Plus all the usual reviews including another world exclusive!
Jay Slater reveals first information about Ubisoft's H.A.W.X flight simulator.
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Volume 10 Number 1
USAF Air Power - The legendary Combat Aircraft rundown is back - Special State of the Force analysis by Robert F. Dorr plus a look at the new USAF chief Gen Norton Schwartz by Robert F. Dorr
RAF fighter fix - Jon Lake examines the prospect for the future of the RAF fast jet force
More bang for the 'BUFF' - Kevin Jackson and Erik Roelofs look at new capabilities for the USA B-52H
Latin Fighters - Cees-Jan van der Ende reports from Cruzex in South America and looksa the capabilities of the participants
CENTURY SERIES, F-105 Thunderchief - Warren E. Thompson looks at this mighty fighter in the latest in the series.
Red Star Fighters - Piotr Butowski reviews upgrades and capabilities of the Russian front line fighter force.
Plus New books and flight sims, including a world exclusive from Jay Slater in the new Rise of Flight 2 flight simulator.
Plus all the regular news and special features including a look at the Embraer C-390.