aviation, the development and operation of heavier-than-air aircraft. The term military aviation refers to the development and use of military aircraft, while the term civil aviation refers to all nonmilitary aviation, such as air transportation provided by airlines or the carrying of cargo by commercial aircraft..
What do you know about aviation?
The pioneer era of aviation was the period of aviation history between the first successful powered flight, generally accepted to have been made by the Wright Brothers on 17 December 1903, and the outbreak of the First World War in August 1914..
Why are airplanes so important?
Over long distances, there is no faster mode of transport than the airplane. For this reason, relief goods are mainly transported by air to conflict and disaster areas..
Aviation Tours is proudly Australian owned and with decades of experience flying across this Great Southern Land, we've seen the places tour buses can't reach.
Exclusive Tours to Australia's most stunning destinations. All-inclusive luxury Air Touring and land holiday packages, with a maximum of 8 guests. Places are
Who are the tour guides?
The tour guides are experienced aviation enthusiasts and travellers
They offer just that ingredient that makes each tour to a success, both for the aircraft seen during the tour as for the companionship within the group
Booking is available to anyone interested
We do not use memberships or the like
The info below shows our current tours
Who is Ian Allan Aviation tours?
Welcome! Ian Allan Aviation Tours is the most experienced aviation tour operator in the world
Your aviation tour experience starts right here, and you're in good hands
THE Tour Operator for THE Aviation Enthusiast
Who organise Aviation tours?
We organise aviation tours led by aircraft enthusiasts for aircraft enthusiasts, from long weekend tours in Europe to extensive tours to countries around the world
Our annual tour programme is researched and organised by a team led by Graham Dinsdale, a professional aviation tour organiser with over 40 years experience
Command position in the US Marine Corps
The Deputy Commandant for Aviation (DCA) is the United States Marine Corps' principal advisor on all aviation matters and is the spokesperson for Marine Corps Aviation programs, requirements, and strategy throughout the Department of the Navy and the Department of Defense. DCA is normally the highest-ranking naval aviator in the Marine Corps and reports directly to the Commandant of the Marine Corps. The role of DCA is an administrative position and has no operational command authority over United States Marine Corps Aviation forces.
2006 aviation accident
On September 1, 2006, Iran Air Tours Tu-154 aircraft traveling from Bandar Abbas with 11 crew and 137 passengers on board burst into flames upon landing in Mashhad, Iran at 13:45 local time killing 28 of those on board.
Former Indonesian airline
Kalstar Aviation was an airline based in Serpong, Indonesia. The airline was founded as Kalstar Tour-Travel Co., Ltd in Samarinda in December 1993 by Andi Masyhur.
Airport
Tours Val de Loire Airport is an airport in the French department of Indre-et-Loire, 6 km (3.2 NM) north-northeast of the city of Tours in the Loire Valley. The airport is located partly on the territory of the communes of Tours and Parçay-Meslay.
Command position in the US Marine Corps
The Deputy Commandant for Aviation (DCA) is the United States Marine Corps' principal advisor on all aviation matters and is the spokesperson for Marine Corps Aviation programs, requirements, and strategy throughout the Department of the Navy and the Department of Defense. DCA is normally the highest-ranking naval aviator in the Marine Corps and reports directly to the Commandant of the Marine Corps. The role of DCA is an administrative position and has no operational command authority over United States Marine Corps Aviation forces.
2006 aviation accident
On September 1, 2006, Iran Air Tours Tu-154 aircraft traveling from Bandar Abbas with 11 crew and 137 passengers on board burst into flames upon landing in Mashhad, Iran at 13:45 local time killing 28 of those on board.
Former Indonesian airline
Kalstar Aviation was an airline based in Serpong, Indonesia. The airline was founded as Kalstar Tour-Travel Co., Ltd in Samarinda in December 1993 by Andi Masyhur.
Airport
Tours Val de Loire Airport is an airport in the French department of Indre-et-Loire, 6 km (3.2 NM) north-northeast of the city of Tours in the Loire Valley. The airport is located partly on the territory of the communes of Tours and Parçay-Meslay.