Kevin Wilkins

Kevin Wilkins is a veteran journalist who has spent more than 30 years working for a major British broadcaster. His passion for aviation began at a young age, inspired by his father, who flew the English Electric Lightning. A long career in mainstream news, politics, and journalism kept him largely away from his early interest in aviation history. As he approaches retirement, Kevin is increasingly returning to that passion and becoming more involved with Vintage Aviation News.
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Cierva C.4 Autogyro Replica Joins FIO Collection at Cuatro Vientos

The Cierva C.4 autogyro replica has officially joined the Infante de Orleans Foundation collection following…

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RAF Lakenheath F-15E Strike Eagle Honors Operation El Dorado Canyon’s 40th Anniversary

A specially painted F-15E Strike Eagle at RAF Lakenheath commemorates the 40th anniversary of Operation…

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Howard Hughes-Owned Douglas B-23 Dragon Reemerges at Pearland Under Restoration

A rare Douglas B-23 Dragon, once owned by Howard Hughes, has reemerged in Texas. The…

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Fairchild C-123K Provider Offered for Loan and Auction Consideration

A Fairchild C-123K Provider at Hill Aerospace Museum is available through the USAF loan program…

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The Bell 47H-1 “Bellairus”: A Rare Pioneer Restored by Passion

The story of Paul Faltyn’s decade-long restoration of a rare Bell 47H-1 helicopter—one of only…

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“Spooky” Becomes Spooky: Nose Art Brings CAF AC-47 to Life

The CAF Gulf Coast Wing’s AC-47 officially becomes “Spooky” with the addition of its iconic…

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Combat Veteran Czechoslovak Supermarine Spitfire Returns Home

A historic Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk. IXe with ties to Czechoslovak RAF pilots is returning…

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Yorkshire Air Museum Marks 30 Years of Halifax Restoration with ‘Operation Halifax’ Exhibition

Yorkshire Air Museum marks 30 years of its Halifax restoration with the new “Operation Halifax”…

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New Contract Secures Long-Term Future of Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Spitfires and Hurricanes

A new £32 million UK Ministry of Defence contract will keep the Battle of Britain…

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From Hawk to Warhawk: Curtiss Power at Ala Doble Flying Collection

A visit to California’s Ala Doble Flying Collection reveals two rare Curtiss fighters—a P-36C and…

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