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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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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Call to Action: Why Saving Burke Lakefront Airport Means Saving The Cleveland National Air Show

The Cleveland National Air Show and Burke Lakefront Airport face closure. Learn why this issue…

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Building the Impossible: Inside the Westland Whirlwind Fighter Project

he Westland Whirlwind Fighter Project continues its remarkable progress, with new updates from Matt Bearman…

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Inside the CAF B-25 Workshop: Standardizing the Care of a Legendary Warbird

Held March 6–8, the CAF B-25 workshop united maintenance experts nationwide to standardize practices, improve…

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CAF B-29/B-24 Squadron Ground School Strengthens Training and Safety Across the Fleet

CAF B-29/B-24 Ground School, held March 14–15 in Dallas, delivers systems training, safety education, and…

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Planes of Fame Air Museum to Host “Soar into Spring” Event Featuring Sabre vs. MiG Korean War Jet Demonstration

Planes of Fame Air Museum’s April 4, 2026 “Soar into Spring” event features a rare…

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The Persistent Dream of Victory from the Air: From Giulio Douhet to the Modern Era

The theory of victory through airpower dates back to Giulio Douhet in 1921. From WWII…

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Danish Dakota Friends Receive Approval to Begin Work on Douglas DC-3 OY-BPB

Denmark’s last airworthy DC-3, OY-BPB, moves closer to returning to flight after DC-3 Vennerne receives…

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