For its 2022 edition, the Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) finally returned to its usual format with its reserved area located in the heart of downtown Toronto, directly on the Lake Ontario waterfront and in front of the iconic CN Tower, during the Labour Day weekend of September 3 to 5.

The Cyprus Air Force operates no less than eleven mighty Mi-35 ‘Hind’ helicopters, in addition to four SA.342 Gazelles. To understand why 75% of the complete fleet of this relatively small air arm consists of dedicated anti-tank gunships, we need to take a quick look at the recent history of the island.

At last, the International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu has returned to the delight of festivalgoers.

Along the Adriatic coast, in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, close to the microstate of San Marino, lies the city of Rimini. Known for being Italy’s biggest beach resort, its beachside nightclubs and shallow waters, it is also the home of the 7th Reggimento Aviazione dell'Esercito ‘Vega’ (7th Aviation Regiment), an Aviazione dell’Esercito Italiano (AvEs, Italian Army Aviation) flying unit, made up of about 800 soldiers.

In 1852, Giffard built the world's first steerable airship.

Finland’s involvement in the Second World War is a fascinating subject. It stood alone against the massive Soviet Union and was forced to seek help from Germany. Nevertheless, little Finland fought tenaciously throughout its battles. The same can be said about one of its best pilots.