The power and speed of the iconic P-51 Mustang made it one of the most revered fighter jets in World War II. It even had a life beyond the war in air races.
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The C-17 has a reputation as a versatile aircraft that has played a part in a wide range of transport missions for troops, cargo, and medical evacuation.
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The Black Hawk helicopter is one of the most well-known United States military aircraft, but have you heard of its cousin, the MH-60 Seahawk?
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Black hawk helicopters have been involved in some notable crashes of late, so you might be wondering why they crash so often. Here's what you need to know.
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Landing a plane on an aircraft carrier is hard, especially if you're flying the jet aviators have declared the most difficult to set down on a carrier.
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Aircraft carriers are the most formidable ships ever created and changed the face of military combat, but how many jets can their decks actually hold?
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The US Air Force has been training its pilots with aircraft from the 60's. Now, it's getting ready to upgrade to the T-7 fighter jet to modernize learning.
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The U.S. Navy plans to replace its long-lived T-45 Goshawk trainer with a newer model. Here's a quick rundown of some of the planes in contention for the honor.
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During the Vietnam War, an plane was made that was so quiet, you wouldn't even realize it was flying over your head. Only 11 were made and they're rare now.
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While fighter pilots often stick to the same airframe throughout their careers, some specialized pilots may stick to one aircraft for prolonged periods of time.
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The A-10 Thunderbolt II has been serving in the Maryland Air National Guard since 1979, flying both domestically and overseas in places like Bosnia.
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Ukraine looks to be getting a big boost to its aerial warfare capabilities soon, with new planes from its allies bolstering the nation's fleet of fighters.
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The war in Ukraine and the prodigious use of drones in that war could make enforcing a no-fly zone very complicated. Here's what you need to know.
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Big planes are nothing new, but a Colorado startup unveiled plans for a 109-meter long cargo plane that can carry fully assembled fighters and helicopters.
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Why can’t DJI shake off its Pentagon watch-list label? A recent court decision reveals how deep the concerns over its military ties really run.
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Air Force One aircraft are designed to move as swiftly and as long as possible, meaning its General Electric jet engines are designed with durability in mind.
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The C-17 Globemaster and C-5 Galaxy are two iconic cargo planes currently serving in the United States military, transporting troops and equipment worldwide.
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Boeing may be best known by the general public for passenger jets like the 747, but it also has a long history of developing important military aircraft too.
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With San Francisco's Fleet Week well underway, there has been some concern about who would headline the air show with the U.S. government shut down. Oh, Canada!
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Russia’s newest fighter jets show how its Cold War legacy still shapes modern airpower, combining proven designs with updated tech and stealth features.
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San Francisco’s iconic Fleet Week might look a little different this year — and one major crowd favorite could be missing from the skies. Find out why.
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The USAF utilizes many cargo planes, but few measure up to the C-17 Globemaster's capabilities. There are larger, but it's not just about its payload capacity.
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While the United States is known for its many fighter jets, the country's allies have made some equally capable fighter jets, including the Mirage 2000.
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The F-35 Lightning II has three variants catered to fit very specific needs for different militaries and branches, but only one of them can carry nuclear bombs.
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A new plane designed by a company called Radia has a ton of capacity and can carry just about anything the military needs. Here's what you need to know.
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From Bugatti’s W16 to Saab’s variable compression, these engines redefined performance with brilliant, complex, and sometimes disastrous results.
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The F-35 may be slower than older jets, but there’s a good reason why speed isn’t the secret to winning in the skies. A pilot explains the physics behind it.
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