France News-stand - Bi-Monthly

	'14-18 Magazine' [ ? publisher, ISSN ? ] Bi-monthly magazine dedicated to the history of World War 1. Covers land forces, naval forces etc. 66 pages each issue, described as being illustrated in "full colour throughout". Includes some fine colour maps. First published in early 2001, with issue number 5 coming out in December 2001. Current[Subscribe] Further information: tba
	'ABM' [ ? publisher, ISSN ? ] Subtitled 'Le magazine de la BA 106'. No further information. Current
	'Aero 2000' [ ? publisher, ISSN ? ] A bi-monthly magazine formed by the merger of the Belgian title 'Aéro Magazine' and 'Aviation 2000'. Issue 25 was dated March-May 1987. Reached at least 38 issues. No further information. Ceased Publication
	'Aéro Journal' [Aéro-Éditions, ISSN 0336-1055] High quality historical aviation magazine. The contents was mainly oriented towards French aviation and German aviation of WW2, but other nations and time periods are also covered. A4 size publication with 70 pages in each issue. Illustrated with very good and original photos and colour profile drawings. Ceased publication with issue 48. The editor was Christian-Jacques Ehrengardt. Ceased publication [*] Contents Listing, Issues 1-48
	'AéroJournal' [Caraktère SARL, ISSN ?] Subtitled 'Histoire de la Guerre Aerienne'. In December 2007 a new version of 'AeroJournal' was launched, once again edited by Christian-Jacques Ehrengardt. Another high-quality historical aviation magazine, the contents mainly features French, German and US military aviation - especially during WW2. An A4 size publication with 60-70 pages in each issue. Illustrated with b+w and colour photos and original colour profile drawings. Current Further information: website: AeroJournal
	'Air Magazine' [TMA sarl, ISSN ? ] Aviation history magazine. Glossy A4 size magazine with 60 pages in each issue. Extremely well illustrated with many b+w and colour photos, colour profiles, colour 3-view drawings, scale 4-view line drawings, detail sketches, maps etc. Typical contents: archive photos, feature on an air combat operation, an aircraft type in service with a specific operator, dossier: detailed description of an aircraft type, the experiences of a specific air unit, kit and book reviews. The feature articles are very well researched and concentrate on subjects which have not been very well covered in the past. First issue dated March-April 2001. Edited by José Fernandez. Current Further information: TMA/Air Magazine, 75 rue Claude Decaen, 75012 Paris, France. Tél: 01 43 47 35 16, Fax: 01 43 47 34 37. e-mail: josefernandeztma@wanadoo.fr
	'Air Zone' [Headland International, ISSN 1257-4384] Launched as a replacement for the monthly 'Air Action', with the same editorial team led by Jean-Michel Guhl. It thus adopted a similar format and content - concentrating on modern military aviation. A glossy A4 size magazine of 66 pages each, illustrated with many large clear colour photos. First issue dated July 1994. Although launched monthly, it very soon switched to bi-monthly publication. Publication dates became more erratic as each year passed, with only four issues appearing in the final year. Ceased publication after Issue 39, January-February 2003. Ceased publication [*] Contents Listing, Issues 1-39
	'Aviation 2000' [SEPA, ISSN ? ] A bi-monthly magazine published in a curious 25 cm x 27 cm format, between card covers. Number 56 is dated July–August 1979 and its 64 pages cover all aspects of aviation. It later merged with 'Aéro' to become 'Aéro 2000' (see above). Ceased Publication
	'Aviation Civile' [DGAC, ISSN ? ] Magazine published by the French Aviation Authority. Covers all aspects of civil aviation - finance, regulation, safety, airports, airliners, air traffic control, future trends etc. No.321 was dated October/November 2003. Current Further information: DGAC SDC.1, Aviation Civile Magazine, 50 rue Henri-Farman, 75720 Paris cedex 15, France. website: Aviation Civile
	'Aviation Design' [Hors Limites SARL, ISSN 0997-3753] Like 'Aéro Journal', 'Aviation Design' is a resurrection of an old title. The new bi-monthly version first appeared in June 2001. As before, it is edited by André Bréand and has the same ISSN number. Initially called just 'Aviation Design', the title was later expanded to 'Aviation Design Magazine'. 'Aviation Design' is a topical monthly aviation magazine mainly dedicated to the general public. It approaches aeronautics in all its forms, military and civil, technical and historical. Light aviation constitutes approximately 1/3 of the magazine through the insert 'Aviation Design Sport'. Topics covered each month are: L'Image du Mois (photo of the month), Actualite (circa 11 pages of aerospace news with an emphasis on new projects), Experimental (research and development test aircraft), Dossier (profile of a modern major aircraft type - usually a jet fighter), Defense (military aircraft developments), Aviation Civile (civil aviation issues such as an overview of the latest regional jets), Espace (developments in space technology), Technique (simple introduction to aerodynamic and aircraft design principles), Flash Back (a historical aircraft type), Warbird (photo and details of a specific type), Biblio/Web (book and software reviews). An additional feature called Check List gives a 4-page overview of a civil airliner type. The magazine therefore concentrates on aircraft, and the technology that goes into them, and devotes little space to aircraft operators. A glossy A4 size magazine with 70 pages initially, but later with 100-132 pages in each issue. Illustrated throughout in full colour - colour photos, colour diagrams, colour cutaway drawings, 3-view line drawings etc with only a few b+w photos. Later issues included a CD-ROM of photographs and movies. The publisher was initially Hors Limites SARL, but later became Leading Edge Publishing. Current[Subscribe] Further information: website: Aviation Design
	'Aviation Francaise Magazine' [Avia Editions SARL, ISSN ? ] Glossy magazine entirely devoted to French aviation history. Contents includes articles on both well-known and lesser-known aircraft types, aviation pioneers, military operations, famous pilots, aviation units etc. Illusttrated with photographs and colour artwork. No.1 was dated Decembre 2004-Janvier 2005. Current Further information: AFM, Avia Editions SARL, 21 Place de la Poste, 07400 Rochemaure, France. Tél: + 33 475 495 199, Fax: +33 475 495 198.
	'Des Ailes et des Hommes' [DMP, ISSN 1765-1581] Title means Wings and Men. Magazine concentrating on sport flying, homebuilts and microlights with the emphasis on the human aspects of flying. No.7 was dated Mai-Juin 2005. Current Further information: to be added
	'DogFight' [Aéro-Éditions, ISSN ?] Although short-lived, this magazine quickly became highly regarded. As the name suggests, it focussed on aerial combat between fighter aircraft and their pilots. The overall theme of each issue was a pair of fighter aircraft - one each from opposing sides. The text was divided into approximately 4-6 chapters, each one looking at a different aspect of the two aircraft, the units that operated them and and the pilots that flew them. Presented in full colour and without any advertisements, it was an A4 size publication with 60 pages in each issue. It was illustrated with many interesting photographs and excellent colour profile drawings. Publication ceased after issue 4. The editor was Christian-Jacques Ehrengardt. Ceased publication [*] Contents Listing, Issues 1-4
	'Histoire et Maquettisme' [Editions Heimdal, ISSN 1141-9393] Title means History and Modelling. Issue No.65 was dated December 1999. Focuses on military subjects for models. No further information. Current Further information: Éditions Heimdal, Château de Damigny, BP 61350, 14406 Bayeux, France. Tél: +33 (0)2 31 51 68 68, Fax: +33 (0)2 31 51 68 60. e-mail: Editions.Heimdal@wanadoo.fr
	'KIT Magazine' [FABECO, ISSN ? ] Subtitled La revue de tous les maquettistes. Scale modelling magazine. Topics covered include AFVs, aircraft, ships, figures, cars etc. Well illustrated with many colour photographs of the models described in the magazine. Issue No.1 was dated February-March 2001. The editor is Michel Fabian. Current Further information: Fabeco, 38 rue de Trévise, 75009 PARIS, France. Tél: 01.48.01.08.81, Fax: 01.48.01.68.38. e-mail: kitmagazine@club-internet.fr
	'L'Aérophile' [ ? publisher, ISSN ? ] Subtitled: Revue Technique Et Pratique des Locomations Aériennes. The first successful aviation journal, founded in February 1902 by George Besancon. Illustrated. Published bi-monthly. Continued until at least 1947. Ceased Publication
	'L'Argus de l'Aviation' [ ? publisher, ISSN ? ] Bi-monthly magazine of private and business aviation. Issue No.13 was dated June/July 1999. Absorbed into the monthly 'Aviation International' magazine in October 2003. Ceased publication
	'La Vie Aerienne' [ ? publisher, ISSN ? ] Subtitled Revue bimensuelle d'Aviation. Published circa 1911/1912. No further information. Ceased publication
	'Mission 112' [Lela Press, ISSN ? ] Subtitled 'Le Magazine de l'Urgence'. 'Mission 112' is a glossy magazine dedicated to the Emergency Services and Public Security organisations. It therefore covers Police, Fire, Ambulance, Securite Civile, Gendarmerie etc. The emphasis is on French organsiations, but other units from around the world are also covered. Their missions, equipment and training are described and illustrated. The use of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft is well portrayed. Issue No.1 was dated February/March 2004. 64 pages each, illustrated in full colour throughout. Current Further information: website: Mission 112
	'MMA - Maquettes Modèles Actualités' [ ? publisher, ISSN 1153-1207] Scale plastic modelling magazine. Topics covered included cars, aircraft, AFVs, ships, figures, science fiction etc. Glossy A4 size magazine with 58 pages in each issue. Illustrated with colour photographs throughout. Typical contents comprises 4 pages of kit release news, a page of book reviews, model photos gallery, a modelling club profile, history of a model manufacturer, followed by a series of 4-8 page features describing how a particular model was produced. All the photographs are of models, although these are reproduced large and clear. Issue No.72 was dated April/May 2003. The editor is Didier Lefèvre. Current Further information: Maquettes Modèles Actualités, 67 rue du Pieu, 78130 Les Mureaux, France. Tél: 01.34.74.80.80. e-mail: socly@aol.com
	'Tamiya Model Magazine' [T2M Editions, ISSN ? ] Editor Didier Michaux. No further information. Current Further information: T2M Editions, Avenue A. Gouy, BP6, 57380 FAULQUEMONT, France. e-mail: tamiya.mag@wanadoo.fr, website: Tamiya Model Magazine
	'Top Gun' [Jetpress International, ISSN ? ] Highly illustrated magazine of modern military aviation. The majority of the contents comprises high quality photographs reproduced in large size, as the feature articles avoid going into any depth on a topic. Each issue includes a detachable double central poster. No.54 was dated December 2003. The last issue was No.56 Avril/Mai 2004. Ceased publication
	'Turbulences' [ ? publisher, ISSN 1761-6751] Subtitled Securite et Surete dans le Transport Aeriens. Magazine dedicated to air transport safety and security, aimed at the ordinary airline passenger. Issue No. 3 was dated November-December 2003. Current Further information: e-mail: publication@turbulences.tm.fr
	'Vol Moteur' [Editions Rétine, ISSN ? ] Vol Moteur is a monthly magazine devoted to powered leisure aviation. From the paramotor to the fast kitplane, it contains information on all that flies and is financially accessible to the greatest number. Feature articles cover aircraft flight tests, flying techniques, the mechanics of flight, leisure flying in the four corners of the world etc. 60 pages each issue. Number 209 was dated September 2003. Current[Subscribe] Further information: Vol Moteur, Editions Rétine, 3 rue Ampère, F-94200 Ivry-sur-Seine, France. Tél : +33 (0)1 46 70 14 83, Fax : +33 (0)1 46 58 97 52. e-mail: volmoteur@retine.fr, website: Vol Moteur
	'Volez! l'Aeropratique' [CAVOK sarl de presse, ISSN ? ] Private flying magazine. Issue No.77 was dated December 2003-January 2004. Current Further information: 38 rue Thiers, BP 12, 94731 Nogent-sur-marne cedex, France. Tél: 01 49 74 69 69, Fax: 01 49 74 00 69. website: Volez
	'Wing Masters' [Histoire & Collections, ISSN ? ] Scale aircraft modelling magazine. Included in each issue are seven detailed model construction articles and three related reference articles. These articles are generously supported by very attractive colour profiles and many excellent photographs. In addition, there are a few pages of book reviews at the start of the magazine, and a more comprehensive kit and accessory review section at the end. All reviews are accompanied by small but clear images. An A4 size magazine printed on satin finish paper, 82 pages each issue, many colour illustrations (photographs and artwork). First issue dated November/December 1997. A German language edition was later launched. Current[Subscribe] Further information: Histoire & Collections, 5 avenue de la Republique, 75541 Paris cedex 11, France. Tel: 01.40.21.18.20, Fax: 01.47.00.51.11. e-mail: wingmasters@histecoll.com