Articles by Rob Vogelaar

Civilian aviation news December 21, 2025

EasyJet Flight Delayed 12 Hours After Elderly Passenger Found Dead Onboard in Malaga

Aviation News – An easyJet flight from Malaga to London Gatwick was delayed for 12 hours after cabin crew discovered that an elderly passenger had…

Military Aviation News December 21, 2025

Germany Begins PEGASUS Surveillance Aircraft Transfer Ahead of 2028 Operational Launch

Aviation News – Germany has begun transferring the first aircraft for its PEGASUS airborne surveillance program from the United States to Germany, marking a key…

Civilian aviation news December 21, 2025

Boeing Requests Emissions Exemption for 777 Freighter Amid Global Cargo Shortage

Aviation News – Boeing has asked the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a temporary exemption from an emissions rule taking effect at the end…

Military Aviation News December 20, 2025

Ukrainian Mi-24 Helicopter Crew Killed During Combat Mission

Aviation News – A Ukrainian Mi-24 military helicopter crew was killed during a combat mission, marking another loss for Ukraine’s army aviation forces amid ongoing…

Xtra News Categories December 20, 2025

Scandinavian Air Forces “flying Christmas tree” (video)

Aviation News – The Swedish Air Force’s iconic “flying Christmas tree” tradition expanded across borders this year, with Denmark and Finland joining a multinational formation flight…

Civilian aviation news December 20, 2025

Heathrow Unveils $1.7 Billion Terminal Upgrade to Improve Passenger Experience

Aviation News – London Heathrow Airport has announced a $1.7 billion infrastructure upgrade covering Terminals 4 and 2, aimed at delivering smoother and more reliable journeys…

MBDA Taurus NEO long-range cruise missile

Military Aviation News December 19, 2025

MBDA Secures Contract to Prepare Production of Germany’s Taurus Neo Cruise Missile

Aviation News – MBDA has won a new contract connected to Germany’s next-generation Taurus Neo air-launched cruise missile, reinforcing Berlin’s efforts to rebuild and expand its…

Eve Air Mobility first flight eVTOL prototype

Urban Transportation December 19, 2025

Eve Air Mobility Completes First Flight of Full-Scale Uncrewed eVTOL Prototype

Aviation News – Eve Air Mobility has successfully completed the first flight of its full-scale uncrewed electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) prototype at Embraer’s test…

Civilian aviation news December 19, 2025

Qanot Sharq Introduces A321XLR, Becoming Central Asia’s First Operator

Aviation News – Qanot Sharq has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR through a long-term lease with Air Lease, marking a regional first and…

Military Aviation News December 19, 2025

RAAF Completes Major C-130J Hercules Fleet Upgrade to Full Operational Status

Aviation News – The Royal Australian Air Force has declared final operational capability for a comprehensive upgrade of its entire C-130J Hercules fleet, strengthening Australia’s…

Civilian aviation news December 19, 2025

Airbus Delivers First H160 to Indonesia, Expanding Southeast Asia Energy Operations

Aviation News – Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first H160 to Derazona Helicopters in Indonesia, introducing the next-generation rotorcraft to the country and the wider…

Military Aviation News December 19, 2025

First Jupiter HC2 Helicopter Enters UK Service at RAF Benson

Aviation News – The UK has taken a major step in modernising its military helicopter fleet as the first Jupiter HC2 begins flying operations at…

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