The Airbus A330-243 operated by Monarch Airlines was a large twin-engine wide-body airliner used mainly for long-haul and charter flights. Introduced into Monarch’s fleet in the late 1990s, the aircraft carried passengers from the United Kingdom to destinations such as the United States and popular holiday locations. Known for its long range, high capacity, and reliable performance, the A330-243 served the airline for many years before the type was retired from Monarch’s fleet in 2015 as the airline moved to an all-narrow-body fleet.

The DC-10-30 operated by JMC Air was a large three-engine wide-body airliner used mainly for long-haul holiday flights. Flying during the late 1990s and early 2000s, these aircraft carried passengers from the United Kingdom to popular destinations in the Caribbean, North America, and the Mediterranean. The DC-10-30 was known for its distinctive tri-jet design, with one engine mounted in the tail and two under the wings. With its long range and high passenger capacity, it played an important role in JMC Air’s charter operations before being retired as newer aircraft replaced older tri-jet designs.

The Boeing 757 is a narrow-body, twin-engine jet airliner designed for short- to medium-haul routes. First introduced in the early 1980s, it became popular with airlines thanks to its strong performance, long range for its size, and ability to operate from shorter runways. Typically carrying around 180–220 passengers, the 757 has been widely used for domestic, transcontinental, and some transatlantic flights. Known for its powerful engines and distinctive tall landing gear, it remains a well-liked aircraft among pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Model is in a blank livery, feel free to customize it  (Image: Leeham news)

The European Air Charter Airbus A320 is a narrow-body passenger aircraft used by the Bulgarian charter airline mainly for holiday and seasonal routes across Europe. Configured in a high-density, single-class layout, it typically carries around 180 passengers and operates flights for tour operators and charter contracts between European cities and popular Mediterranean destinations. Known for its efficiency and reliability, the A320 forms an important part of European Air Charter’s fleet for short- and medium-haul travel.

The Tupolev Tu‑204 is a twin-engine, medium-range passenger jet developed in the Soviet Union/Russia by the Tupolev. Introduced in the late 1980s and entering service in the mid-1990s, it was designed to replace the older Tupolev Tu‑154.

The Tu-204 features modern avionics, fuel-efficient turbofan engines, and a two-crew glass cockpit. It typically carries about 180–210 passengers and has a range of roughly 6,400 km (4,000 miles), making it suitable for medium-haul routes. Several variants exist, including cargo and upgraded passenger versions, and it has been operated mainly by Russian airlines and government fleets. 

The Cessna 404 Titan used by the Ordnance Survey was a twin-engine aircraft adapted for aerial mapping and survey work across the UK. Operated mainly during the late 20th century, it carried specialized aerial cameras and navigation equipment that allowed survey teams to capture high-resolution photographs of the landscape from above. These images were later processed into detailed maps that supported the production and updating of Britain’s national mapping data.

The aircraft’s stable flight characteristics, good range, and ability to fly at relatively low mapping speeds made the Cessna 404 well suited to systematic survey flights. By flying precise grid patterns over the country, it helped the Ordnance Survey maintain accurate topographic maps used for planning, infrastructure, environmental monitoring, and navigation.