These New Autonomous Drones Could Make Sea Mines Obsolete
Sea mines are a very real danger to both commercial and military vessels, but this new drone technology could make that fear a thing of the past.
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Stories By Jonathan H. Kantor
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How Fast Can A Fighter Jet Fly Across The US?
They're capable of supersonic speeds, but that doesn't mean that fighter jets can zoom across the U.S. in the blink of an eye. Here's how long they would take.
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One Of The US Military's Last Propellor-Driven Attack Aircraft Was A Star In Vietnam
Propeller planes were a big deal throughout World War II, but even when jets became a reality, turboprops still played a major part in military history.
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All About The J-35A Chinese Fighter Jet: Is It Really Just An F-35 Copy?
At the Zhuhai Air Show this month, China unveiled the J-35A. It looks a lot like the F-35 but is it a copy? Here’s what we know about the J-35A.
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Can A Civilian Buy An F-16 Fighter Jet, And How Much Would One Even Cost?
If you've ever considered buying an F-16 fighter jet, it isn't totally out of the realm of possibility.
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10 Propeller Aircraft Still Used By The US Military
Even though propeller aircraft were critical at the earliest stages of flight, they are still used to this day by the United States military.
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The Odd-Looking British Plane Designed To Be A True Helicopter Alternative
In the late 1970s, a designer built an aircraft that was designed to replace helicopters (and be cheaper to fly) for observation missions. Here's what we know.
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Where Are US Navy Nuclear Submarines Built And Who Builds Them?
These are the few locations where you'll find contractors building the U.S. Navy's nuclear submarines.
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What Are Canards And Why Do Some Fighter Jets Have Them?
Canards are a unique design feature of certain iconic planes, but there's a conventional reason why some manufacturers implement them in jet design.
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The Terrifying Accident That Decommissioned The USS Chopper
The USS Chopper wasn't a tremendous submarine, but it faced a wild trial and its crew survived to tell the tale.
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5 Of The Best-Looking Fighter Jets In Military History
The fighter jet is an iconic aspect of the military, thanks to movies and television. These five stand out from the pack as some of the best-looking jets.
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These U.S. Military Drones Are Breaking Records - Here's What Makes Them So Special
The U.S. military is investing in and testing some record-breaking new drones. Here's what they can do.
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What's The Difference Between The F/A-18 Hornet And Super Hornet Fighter Jets?
While the Super Hornet is an evolution of the F/A-18 Hornet, the two fighter jets are like completely different machines. Here's how they stack up.
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5 Of The Worst Fighter Planes In World War 2
War drives innovation, but it can also hasten the production of equipment that isn't ready. Here are a few planes that should've stayed off the assembly line.
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Where Are F-16 Fighter Jets Built And Who Makes Them?
The F-16 is one of the most iconic fighter jets in military history, and after decades of service it's still vital. But who makes it, and where is it produced?
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Here's What Makes The F-35 Ejection Seat So Unique
Ejection seat technology in advanced military jets requires advanced technology. Here's the science and tech behind the F-35 ejection seat.
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3 Surprising Things ISS Astronauts Are Absolutely Banned From Doing
Living aboard the ISS may seem like a dream come true, and you might be right, but everything astronauts are banned from doing might make you think twice.
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Why Did The US Retire The F-101 Voodoo Fighter Jet, And What Replaced It?
It doesn't have the high profile of the F-14 or F-16, but the F-101 Voodoo fighter jet is an important stepping stone in military aircraft development.
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Why The U.S. Military Only Ever Built & Used One Midget Submarine
Midget submarines have been employed by other military powers throughout history, but the U.S. only had one briefly alongside its standard submarines.
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What Tech Keeps Military Submarines In Service & What Do The Crews Do All Day?
Submarines are an important part of America's maritime military force, and the technology that goes into them is impressive and complex.
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What Was The First Military Battle Between Aircraft Carriers?
Aircraft carriers have been a crucial element in combat since they were invented, but they didn't see combat against each other until later.
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5 Of The Oldest Military Ships Still In Active Service Today
There are still a few naval ships out there that were first built more than 50 years ago in military service today.
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5 Military Planes That Have Four Engines
These powerhouse military planes handle the logistics and other tasks for many militaries around the world, each of which are powered by four massive engines.
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These 5 Real Life Jetpacks Are Bringing The Rocketeer A Bit Closer To Reality
Most people probably consider jetpacks to be a device in science fiction movies, but inventors across the world are creating real-life variations.
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Why The US Military Doesn't Build Its Subs With Titanium Hulls
Titanium is stronger, lighter, and more resistant to corrosion than steel. However, no Navy builds its submarines using the metal. What's the big idea?
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5 Of The Strangest Aircraft Designs That Took To The Skies
Odd-looking airplanes may still be able to fly. These five have odd-looking wings, no wings at all, or strangely shaped bodies -- but they still worked.
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The 5 Worst Launch And Recovery Failures On Aircraft Carriers
Aircraft carriers bring U.S. military airpower all over the world, providing a mobile base of operations wherever needed. But accidents happen, even on board.
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