Who Was Carl Vinson And Why Does He Have An Aircraft Carrier Named After Him?
The USS Carl Vinson is one of only three nuclear-powered Nimitz-class supercarriers in the U.S. Navy, but who exactly is Carl Vinson and what did he do?
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Why The Lockheed Starfighter Jet Was Dubbed 'The Widowmaker'
The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was dubbed by the German military and other countries as the "widowmaker."
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How Does An Aircraft Carrier Catapult Work And How Fast Can It Go?
These days, a modern aircraft carrier can employ a variety of catapults to fling aircraft off its deck.
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Here's When The Charles De Gaulle Aircraft Carrier Is Going To Be Replaced
France first launched the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle in 1994 and commissioned it in 2000.
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Jet Aircraft Carriers Would Be Impossible Without These Genius Inventions
Aircraft carriers have been a part of the U.S. military for over 100 years, thanks to these amazing technological innovations that helped them adapt over time.
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Who Was John C. Stennis And Why Does He Have An Aircraft Carrier Named After Him?
The USS John C. Stennis is currently undergoing some upgrades, so it's a good time to discuss the ship's namesake, Senator John C. Stennis of Mississippi.
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Single-Plane Vs. Dual-Plane Intake Manifolds: Which Is Better For Your Classic Car?
If you are doing a classic car restoration and not sure whether to go with a single- or dual-plane intake manifold, be sure to consider these key differences.
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Where Is The USS Intrepid Now & Why Is This Aircraft Carrier Famous?
The USS Intrepid was a powerhouse aircraft carrier during World War II that also appeared in other historical moments of the 20th century. Where is it now?
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How Powerful Are Kawasaki Ultra Jet Skis?
Kawasaki makes several variations of the Ultra jet ski model, but exactly how powerful are they and what are the differences between each one?
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The Last US Aircraft Carrier Sunk At War: All About The USS Bismarck Sea
The U.S. has lost many aircraft carriers to the bottom of the sea over the years. Here is the story of the last carrier sunk at war, the USS Bismarck Sea.
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The 10 Largest Fighter Jet Battles In Aerial Combat History
Throughout history, some of the world's most captivating battles have taken place in the air between two sides and the best fighter jets able to be produced.
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Here's How Aircraft Carriers Stay Afloat With All That Weight
Engineers not only design aircraft carriers to float, but do it so well that they can be near impossible to sink.
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The Soviet Fighter Jet That Scared America Into Making The F-15
The F-15 has been a staple of the U.S. Air Force since it hit the skies in the 1970s, but a Soviet jet actually scared America into making it.
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How Important Is The Midway Atoll, America's Unsinkable Aircraft Carrier?
America used to use the Midway Atoll as an unsinkable aircraft carrier, and it proved to be pivotal during WWII. Here's why and what role it served.
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This Colossal Concept Jet Could Revolutionize Clean Energy
If completed, the Radia Windrunner would be the largest plane ever built. Here's how this colossal concept jet could revolutionize clean energy.
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What Kind Of Aircraft Does The Coast Guard Fly & Has It Ever Used A Helo Carrier?
The U.S, Coast Guard uses all sorts of craft in the water and in the air. Here's a look at the aircraft and the interesting history of its helo carrier.
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Everything To Know About King Charles' RAF Voyager Private Jet
As VIP air transport for the RAF, the Voyager can be utilized by any decisively important person, including royals.
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Here's What We Know About China's Fifth-Generation Fighter Jet, The Shenyang FC-31
Developed by the People's Republic of China, the Shenyang FC-31 is shrouded in mystery. Here's what we know about China's fifth-generation fighter jet.
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How Many Aircraft Carriers Does Russia Have? One, And Here's Why
Nearly six years ago, Russia brought its sole remaining aircraft carrier into port in a modernization effort.
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China Is Developing A Transforming Stealth Fighter Jet: Here's What We Know About It
China is developing a new type of stealth fighter jet that features a very unique capability: detachable drones designed for aerial warfare.
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What Happened To Russia's Aircraft Carrier Fleet After The End Of The Cold War?
With the collapse of the Cold War, the newly founded Russian Federation needed to cut costs, which led to elements of its military being sold off or dismantled.
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Which Aircraft Carrier Is The World's Largest, And How Many Planes Can It Carry?
Aircraft carriers are some of the most formidable military vessels ever created, but what is the biggest of the big? We take a look at the largest ever built.
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Admiral Kuznetsov: Everything You Need To Know About Russia's Only Aircraft Carrier
The Admiral Kuznetsov-class Russian aircraft carrier was named for a Soviet admiral, Nikolai Kuznetsov.
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10 Of The Rarest Aircraft Ever Photographed In Flight
Here, we explore 10 of the rarest aircraft ever photographed in flight, some experimental, others disastrious.
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Why The Real-Life Inspiration For GI Joe's Iconic Aircraft Carrier Is Still A Mystery
Hasbro's U.S.S. Flagg is one of the most impressive toys ever built, but its inspirations in 2024 still remain partially a mystery. Here's why.
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How Long Can An Aircraft Carrier Stay At Sea Without Refueling?
Aircraft carriers have come a very long way since they were first introduced during WWI. Today's modern fleet actually uses nuclear power and advanced tech.
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Russia Plans To Build An Enormous Super Aircraft Carrier: Here's What We Know About It
Not much is known about Russia's classified Project 23E000E Shtorm, but there are a few things that the country has revealed about the aircraft carrier.
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