Right I’ve done a bit of work on the RAF Air Traffic Control Frequencies page, primarily building it through Google Maps opposed to a raw *.kml datafile, this will lead to two things, quicker load times as the data is held on the google systems rather than it being loaded by google from our servers, and will also lead to easier updating in future.

As promised I’ve re-published James’ article talking about the RAF Waddington Internation Airshow that was originally published by Airscene UK in 2007:

"Whilst I can't say I've attended every single show, due to holiday and other commitments, I've certainly attended the vast majority over that period, and I thought it would be interesting to turn back the pages and recall just a few of the memorable visitors we have enjoyed over the years. During the weekend of the 16/17 September 1994 RAF Finningley held its last 'Battle of Britain At Home' event, the station being scheduled for closure the following year. Indeed, in April 1995 a formal closing event took place, the aircraft being dispersed to their new homes; RAF Cranwell for the Jetstreams and Dominies, and RAF..."

An article about, the history of Lajes Airfield in Terceira, Azores. In the Azores is the Lajes Field which is home to amongst other things the 65th Air Base Wing of the USAF. Lajes provides a strategic position for the USAF within the North Atlantic. Lajes Field is operated by the Portuguese Air Force, and also provides support for Military and Civil aviation operators.... Read More