Aviation Videos
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Video – Tupolev Tu-154 Out of Control
These videos of a Tupolev Tu-154 that apparently is out of control emerged on the internet. The plane – RA-85563 – which is operated by Russian military was filmed on 29.04.2011 at Chkalovsky Airport (CKL/UUMU). The military airport is based near Shchyolkovo, 31 km northeast of Moscow (Russia). Circumstances that have led to this video…
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Video – Airbus A400M Aerial Refuelling Showcase
This video released by Airbus Military shows air-to-air refuelling trials for its A400M airlifter in February 2011. The tests consists of series of dry contacts performed by a UK Royal Air Force VC10 tanker. Airbus A400M Cockpit Video Capture The Airbus A400M is a multi-national four-engine turboprop tactical airlifter with strategic capabilities developed by Airbus…
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Video of the Day – F-18 Airshow Cockpit View
This awesome video that I found on Youtube features an F/A-18 during flight display. The cockpit video shows very nicely to what intense G-forces the pilots are exposed to during such challenging maneuvers. The F/A-18 Hornet is a supersonic, all-weather carrier-capable multirole fighter jet, designed to dogfight and attack ground targets. It was introduction in…
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Video – USS Carl Vinson F/A-18C Hornet Fire
US Navy released this video of a F/A-18C Hornet experiencing an engine fire following a touch-and-go landing aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) on April 11 2011. The pilot was able to execute a single-engine approach and successfully land on the aircraft carrier. After landing, the plane that is assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA)…
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Video – Air France Airbus A380 Hits Comair Plane at JFK
Last night Air France flight AF007, an Airbus A380-861 (F-HPDJ) struck Comair (Delta Connection) flight 553, a Bombardier CRJ 700 (N641CA) at New York JFK International Airport. During taxi the French Airbus A380’s left wing struck the tail of the Comair Bombardier and spun it nearly 90-degrees. Fortunately nobody was injured. The Comair plane with…
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Video – Buffalo Airways Douglas DC-4 & Curtiss-Wright C-46 Commando
I just found this great video about Buffalo Airways. The Canadian family-run airline, based in Yellowknife, is famous for operating vintage WWII planes on a daily passenger and cargo service all over the Northwest Territories. The airline is featured in the TV documentary series Ice Pilots NWT (History Televison) and instantly got international recognition, not…
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John Travolta in New Qantas Safety Video
Not everyone is happy to see “Captain” John Travolta appearing in the new Qantas safety demonstration video. According to Daily Telegraph the video has angered cabin crew who say a “real Qantas pilot” – like Captain Richard de Crespigny, credited with saving 466 lives on QF32 – should front the message. Many flight attendants also…
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Video – First Flight of Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental
Boeing today successfully completed the maiden flight of the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental, the passenger version of the new 747-8. Flight BOE8 took off from Paine Field at 09:56 PDT for a 4 hours flight. Boeing currently holds 33 firm orders for the 747-8I – 8 from Boeing Business Jet (new Air Force One), 5 from…
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Video – 747-8I Ready for First Flight March 20
Boeing released this video today showing final taxi tests of the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental. The plane moved on its own power for the very first time and speeded down the runway with up to 90 knots. During the tests last systems have been checked to make sure anything is working well. Now after the new…
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Video – 747-8I Completes Gauntlet Test
Boeing has completed final gauntlet testing on the first Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental. Gauntlet testing simulates flight conditions to test systems and ensure flight readiness. During the testing, Boeing test pilots put the airplane through its paces. Gauntlet testing is a crucial step in the path toward first flight. First flight of the 747-8 Intercontinental will…
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Funny Icelandair Crew Video
As an airline captain you enjoy fame, pride and glory. You’ve fun, a great life and girlfriends in every destination. You’re the man! It’s no difference with Icelandair. Watch this hilarious video of one day in life of an Icelandair crew.
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Great Video – JAS Gripen 39C Cockpit View
I came across this amazing video, showing a Swiss Air Force JAS Gripen 39C performing acrobatics. The video features many cockpit views and comes in finest HD quality! The JAS 39 Gripen is a lightweight single engine multirole fighter aircraft manufactured by the Swedish aerospace company Saab. The aircraft is in service with the Swedish…
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Video – Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental First Engine Run
Boeing has completed another key milestone on the way to the first flight of the 747-8I. A few days ago Boeing started up the 4 General Electric GEnx-2B engines for engine runs-tests. During this test all the computing systems, the backup systems, pneumatics and electric systems have been checked. The next milestone to come will…
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Video – 747-8I Preparation for First Flight
Guys at Boeing are currently working hard to get the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental in the air for the first time. A lot of preparation is needed to be ready for its maiden flight. Even the smallest details like painting some fasteners on the underbelly matters. In the coming days, the team will tackle three big…
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Video – Goodbye JAL Boeing 747-400
Japan Airlines (JAL) today retired their last two Boeing 747-400s. The first 747 (747-100) was delivered to JAL in 1970, the first 747-400 in 1990. Japan Airlines operated a total of 112 747s, including 44 747-400s. JAL is currently undergoing a fleet modernization process, focusing on Boeing 767, 777 and 787. To finally say goodbye…
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Photos & Video – Eurocopter X3 Hybrid Helicopter
Have you ever heard of this crazy piece of machinery? It’s called the Eurocopter X3 concept – a high-speed hybrid helicopter demonstrator that has begun test flights end of last year. The X3 utilizes a Eurocopter Dauphin helicopter airframe. It’s equipped with two turboshaft engines that power a five-blade main rotor system, along with two…