How A U.S. Fighter Jet Shot Itself Out Of The Sky
Amazingly, the blistering speeds of modern fighting jets can reach such high speeds that they can outpace their own ordnance. This F-14 did just that.
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The Top 3 Things The Pilot Wishes Every Commercial Airline Passenger Would Do
We sat down with retired Captain Richard Levy, an international pilot with 41 years of experience and asked him what he wished passengers did more often.
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Is The Curtiss Goupil Duck The Ugliest Aircraft In History?
The fame (or infamy) of being the ugliest aircraft in history might be owned by the Curtiss Goupil Duck, but it is surely in good company.
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The 4 Best Commercial Aircraft To Fly, According To A Veteran Pilot
When it comes to being an expert commercial pilot, captains like Richard Levy (retired) have found their preferences in aircraft over many years of flying.
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What Is The Oldest Passenger Jet Still In Service?
Most planes you travel on were probably not built last week. Many of them are over a decade old. None are quite as long-in-the-tooth as this one, though.
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F-35 Lightning II Vs A-10 Warthog: Which Is The Better Close-Air Support Aircraft?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II is one of the most iconic airplanes still in use. How does it compare to the F-35 Lightning II in a close support role?
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5 Ways The Concorde Jet Was Way Ahead Of Its Time
As a project that quickly set the bar high in the sky for commercial travel, this iconic jet taught many lessons we can still learn from today.
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Every American Aircraft That Can Carry Tactical Nuclear Bombs
Only a handful of aircraft have been certified by the United States to carry tactical nuclear weapons -- let's take a look at what they are capable of.
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Everything To Know About The F-20 Tigershark Fighter Jet
The F-20 Tigershark may not have been mass-produced like some of its contemporaries, but it's design paved the way for the fighter jets we know today.
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5 Questions To Ask When Choosing Your First Plane
Choosing your first plane is a huge and costly undertaking. To make sure it's the right one for you, here are a few things to consider before taking the leap.
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The Biggest Strengths And Weaknesses Of The F-35 Fighter Jet
The F-35 is part of the latest generation 5 fighter jets and has advanced stealth technology, but the $1.7 trillion program has recently been under fire.
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What Is The Oldest Fighter Jet Still In Service?
The oldest fighter jet currently in active service is the MiG-21, which began testing in 1955 and serving in '59.
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Everything To Know About The Canadair Regional Jet 700 (CRJ700)
The Canadair Regional Jet 700, also known as the CRJ700, is one of the most popular airliners in the world. So, what happened to this efficient aircraft?
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Biggest Strengths And Weaknesses Of The F-22 Fighter Jet
The F-22's construction makes it far faster and more maneuverable than the fighters before it, and it had stealth.
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How The MIG-19 Inspired China's Nanchang Q-5 Ground Attack Aircraft
China didn't necessarily steal the plans for the MIG-19 to build its own Nanchang Q-5 aircraft, but the country was certainly "inspired" by the design.
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5 Interesting Facts About The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has been integral in humanity's efforts to explore the beyond Earth.
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5 Things To Consider If You Want To Buy A Plane
Getting ready to buy an airplane? Well, there are a couple of important things you need to consider before handing over your money.
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The Biggest Strengths And Weaknesses Of The Eurofighter Typhoon Jet
There seems to be a strong divide between Eurofighter Typhoon proponents and those who oppose it. So, what exactly does this fighter jet bring to the skies?
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Everything To Know About The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Jet
The MD-11, successor to the McDonnell Douglas DC-10 jet, promised a better future for the company. But things didn't go as planned after its first flight.
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Boeing's Disastrous Plane Safety Record Just Had Some Huge Consequences
A string of safety incidents, including the infamous door plug issue from Alaska Airlines, has resulted in a big shakeup in Boeing's executive leadership.
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Everything To Know About The Rolls-Royce Powered BAC 1-11 Jet
In the early years of its development, the British Aircraft Corporation produced the One-Eleven, which certainly left a mark on the airline industry.
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What Makes The Boeing 787 Dreamliner Jet Unique From Other Passenger Jets
Though not the largest plane in the game, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner stands out from other passenger jets, including other Boeing models, in three key ways.
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All About China's Comac C919 Jet
Chinese corporation Comac has developed its own jet, the C919. It's only used in China for now, but it might start showing up in other countries soon.
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Everything To Know About The Sud Aviation Caravelle
The Sud Aviation Caravelle isn't talked about as much as some of its contemporaries, but it's still an important piece of aviation history.
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What Made The Lockheed Constellation Such A Unique Development For Aviation
The Lockheed Constellation was one of the most iconic planes in history, used for both commercial flight and military purposes. Here's what made it so special.
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Everything To Know About The Dassault 'Rafale' Twin-Jet Fighter Aircraft
The Dassault 'Rafale' is a delta wing aircraft from the French airplane manufacturer that can pack quite a punch. Here's everything you need to know.
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All About The De Havilland DH.106 Comet Jet
The de Havilland Comet was the world's first jet airliner and transformed the aviation world. Here's what to know about its development and demise.
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