Why Do Some Military Aircraft Have A Shark Painted On Them?
The fierce shark teeth on some warplanes have their roots in World Wars I and II, and they continue on today. Here's why these planes use this pointed message.
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How Much Does A HondaJet Elite II Cost & When Did Honda Get Into Building Aircraft?
While less well-known than its automobiles or motorcycles, Honda's innovative airplanes are bestsellers in their class. And they haven't been around long.
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Here's What Makes The US Navy's New Doomsday Plane So Special
The United States Navy's latest Doomsday Plane is based on an iconic military airplane, but its features and platform might actually surprise you.
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Where Was The Legendary Harrier Jump Jet Made And Who Made It?
The Royal Air Force was the first to operate the aircraft, and the U.S Marine Corps deployed it too.
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This American Pickers Rocket Car Had A Real Jet Engine
The crew on American Pickers has found some surprising gems while hunting for treasure, but one such adventure turned up a genuine rocket car.
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The Reason Why Military Aircraft And Ships Are Painted Gray
Militaries around the world employ all sorts of camouflage patterns in warfare, but for aircraft and naval ships, most use similar shades of gray for a reason.
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5 Of The Worst Aircraft Carriers Of All Time
Aircraft carriers are the backbone of navies across the globe, but not all of them are created equal. These five are the worst of all time.
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Which Aircraft Use GE And Honda's HF120 Jet Engine?
Two decades ago, Honda and GE joined forces to form GE Honda Aero systems, and so the HF120 engine was born.
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Why The T-6 Texan II Is Becoming A Leading Military Training Aircraft
The T-6 Texan II isn't an advanced military stealth jet, but it is one of the most popular planes for training in militaries across the globe.
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Are Aircraft Cockpit Doors Bulletproof? Here's How Strong They Are
Cockpit doors have come a long way in the past few decades, introducing changes to airline tech that has increased strength and overall safety.
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Does The Aurora Spy Plane Really Exist?
Rumors and speculation of clandestine military projects have been around for decades, and the Aurora spy plane is among one of the most notable.
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What The US Army's High-Tech HADES Aircraft Will Be Able To Do Once It Hits The Skies
HADES is the next generation in surveillance and reconnaissance from the U.S. Army and is far superior to its predecessor in many ways.
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Which Was The First Supersonic Fighter Jet In The World?
The first supersonic fighter jet was introduced by the U.S. military and paved the way for future aircraft.
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Popular US Military Aircraft Nicknames (And The Stories Behind Them)
Military aircraft have a rich history of nicknames inspired by all sorts of things, from animals to their own designs. Here are eight of the most interesting.
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The Reason Why Jet Engines Have Spirals
These spirals you see on plane engines are, in fact, for more than just for looks - they serve a very important purpose.
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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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What Does It Mean When A Fighter Jet Rocks Its Wings?
When a fighter's radio is out of commission or just isn't the right way to communicate, the pilot may waggle its wings to get a message across.
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Here's What The Letters Mean On Military Aircraft
While they might almost seem random to a casual observer, the letters and numbers that make up an airplane's official designation have very specific meanings.
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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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The Legendary Chase Cars Of The US Military's U-2 Spy Plane
The U-2 spy plane and its pilots have a tricky job when landing, but cars help them get back on solid ground.
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4 Of The Most Powerful Rotax Engines Ever Made For Aircraft
Rotax has been the name behind some of the most powerful aircraft engines ever produced, and these four stand out as true aviation powerhouses.
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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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Drone Vs. UAV: Is There A Difference Between These Military Aircraft?
The terms drone and UAV are often used interchangeably, but there are key differences between the two military aircraft. Here's everything you need to know.
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Is China's 6th-Gen White Emperor Fighter Jet Real? Here's Why Experts Are Skeptical
China has unveiled what it claims will be the world's first sixth-generation fighter jet, but it currently only has a mockup, and its goals may be too lofty.
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Hurricane Hunter: The WC-130 Hercules Jet That Can Fly Through Tropical Storms
Flying into a hurricane's powerful winds on purpose may seem crazy. But intrepid pilots have been doing it for decades to get information at the storm's center.
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