FlyPast | September 2026
LONG-RANGE HUNTER
FlyPast September 2026’s cover features a special archive image of a wartime flight by Messerschmitt Bf 110s. In our regular Classics section, we examine the origins and service history of this fabled Luftwaffe beast of battle and describe how one fell into British hands. We also look at how this distinctive and adaptable type ‘outlived’ potential successors.
YORKSHIRE’S FINEST
Halifax ‘Friday the 13th’ is the crown jewel in Yorkshire Air Museum’s fine collection at Elvington. Jamie Ewan recounts its extraordinary restoration
MOONLIT PERIL
What happened when Bristol Blenheim crews tackled Luftwaffe intruders in the Battle of Britain’s early phase? Dilip Sarkar reveals all
FLYING COLOURS
We report on the Guild of Aviation Artist’s Annual Exhibition hosted by the Shuttleworth Collection, and showcase some of the winners
COBRA BITE
Michael Miskin speaks to Jiří Podolský about his Bell TAH-1P Cobra, as his team works to keep the helicopter’s spirit alive in Europe
LEGENDARY TRAINER
A gathering recently came together in Portugal to mark the DHC Chipmunk’s 80th anniversary
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in FlyPast September 2026.