Kevin Wilkins Bio

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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Shuttleworth Trust Launches £250,000 Appeal to Return de Havilland DH.88 Comet to Flight

The Shuttleworth Trust has launched a £250,000 appeal to rebuild de Havilland DH.88 Comet G-ACSS…

B-17G Sentimental Journey Coming to Planes of Fame Air Museum

Tour or fly aboard the B-17G Sentimental Journey during its September 2–6, 2026, visit to…

American Heritage Museum’s PBY-5A Catalina Goes on Display at EAA Aviation Museum

The American Heritage Museum’s restored PBY-5A Catalina BuNo 2459 is now on display at the…

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Completes Phase II of Rare B-24 Liberator Restoration

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force has completed Phase II of its…

World’s Three Airworthy Curtiss SB2C Helldivers Complete Historic Flight Over Colorado Springs

The world’s three airworthy Curtiss SB2C Helldivers completed a historic formation flight over Colorado Springs…

Buster Re-Creation to Be Featured in EAA Aviation Museum Speaker Series

The builders of the Buster re-creation will share the legendary Wittman air racer’s history at…

Rathbun Family Makes TORA! TORA! TORA! History at Offutt Air Force Base

Daniel Rathbun and sons Parker and Garrett made TORA! TORA! TORA! history at the Offutt…

Cavanaugh’s Combat Veteran A-1H Skyraider Returns to Flight After Six-Year Hiatus

Cavanaugh’s historic A-1H Skyraider Wiley Coyote returns to flight after six years of restoration work…

National Museum of Forest Service History Officially Opens in Missoula, Celebrating America’s Conservation and Aviation Heritage

The National Conservation Legacy Center officially opened in Missoula, Montana, featuring interactive conservation exhibits and…

Warbirds of America Honors Outstanding Restorations at AirVenture 2026

The 2026 Warbirds of America Awards honored outstanding military aircraft restorations, led by a PBY-5A…