The SR-72 Darkstar: 5 Intriguing Rumors About The Long-Fabled Jet
There are several rumors surrounding the mysterious SR-72 Darkstar fighter jet, like whether or not it even exists. Here's what you need to know.
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Which Military Bomber Carries The Largest Payload?
Bombers have undergone significant enhancements with the advancement of technology. This military bomber can now carry a truly massive payload.
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The Life-Saving Feature That Makes The F-35 Ejection Seat Unique
No modern day fighter jet is without an ejection seat, but the F-35 Lightning II has a unique one that nearly guarantees the pilot's survival.
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Which Planes Are Allowed To Land At The World's Most Dangerous Airport?
Surrounded by snowy mountains and prone to bad weather, this airport in Nepal is the most dangerous in the world. Only certain planes can land there.
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What Is An Air Start Unit & Why Do Fighter Jet Engines Need Them?
Jet engines can’t just start with the push of a button. We explain what jets need to get them going, and why there needs to be more than one option.
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An F-15 Passenger Accidentally Triggered A 'Zero-Zero' Ejection On The Runway - Here's What That Means
A zero-zero ejection probably isn't something you hear of regularly, but supporting such an ejection is a crucial part of a modern fighter's safety equipment.
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How Long Can Air Force One Fly Without Landing?
Air Force One is well known as the aircraft that carries the president, but what you may not realize is just how long it can fly for without landing.
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How Fast Could The Concorde Cross The Atlantic?
The Concorde supersonic jet was known for its luxurious lounges, first-class food, and incredible speed, making trips from New York to London in record time.
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Marine One: What Makes The Presidential Helicopter So Special?
Not as well known as Air Force One, Marine One also has the job of moving the President and other VIPs securely through the air. Here's how it does that.
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Why Losing One Engine On Takeoff Is More Dangerous For Twin-Engine Aircraft
You might think a twin-engine aircraft is safer in the case that an engine fails since it has another one to back it up. Actually, it can be more dangerous.
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Why Airplanes Can't Have Bigger Windows
Frequent flyers may have noticed that airplane windows are relatively small and always round. There is a reason for this having to do with flight safety.
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What Happens If An Airplane's Wing Breaks Off Mid-Flight?
Part of a Delta Air Lines 737's wing broke off during mid-flight, but luckily, no one was killed. It's not the first time this sort of incident has happened.
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How One Woman's Simple, Yet Genius Invention Helped Win The WWII Air War
Rolls-Royce Merlin-powered fighters played a huge role in the Allies winning WWII, but they may not have had as much success without this clever little fix.
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Why The B-2 Bomber Couldn't Fly In The Rain Initially (And When It Was Fixed)
The legendary B-2 Bomber is known for its stealth, but it once was known for being susceptible to issues caused by rain.
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Why The Airbus A340 Is Often Considered The Worst Airbus Ever
The wide-body Airbus A340 rivaled the Boeing 747 for much of its lifespan. These days, however, it is considered by some to be the worst Airbus ever.
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Why The US Air Force Is Discontinuing The B-1B Lancer
After some impressive years in service, ht e B-1B Lancer is on its way out of the US Air Force, but why now and what will come to replace the jet.
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What Is A Lead-In Fighter Jet And Why Is It Crucial For Fighter Pilots?
Lead-in fighter jets help up-and-coming pilots bridge the gap between training and being ready for combat, but what makes these aircraft so special?
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The Air Force Gave This Crashed C-130J Super Hercules A Second Chance At Flight
The U.S. Air Force is no stranger to repairing aircraft that others would deem unrepairable. This C-130J Super Hercules was a quite the challenge, though.
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5 Military Aircraft Manufactured By Airbus
Airbus is known for building some of the world's greatest commercial aircraft, but the Europe-based manufacturer also operates in military aviation.
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The Nakajima Kikka: All About Japan's Secret WWII Fighter Jet
Japan's Nakajima Kikka was designed to carry either a single bomb or a 30mm cannon. Only one test flight was conducted before the country's surrender.
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Paris Hilton's Pink Private Jet - Here's What We Know About It
Famous socialite Paris Hilton is all about glam, and her new private jet, which has been modified in a very appropriate manner, definitely reflects that.
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5 Of The Most Important Military Aircraft Made By Cessna
The manufacturer is far more famous for its recreational and private jet offerings, but Cessna has made quite a few military planes over the years, as well.
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What Fighter Jet Can Go The Slowest Without Falling Out Of The Sky?
There are only two fighter jets whose slowest speed when in the air is zero. One can go over 9 minutes without falling from the sky. Find out what they are.
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How Many B-17 Bombers Are Still Flying Today?
Boeing's B-17 Flying Fortress was a hero in World War II. Today it can be seen in museums. A few even fly, but nowhere near as many as Boeing built originally.
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How Long Did It Take The Hindenburg To Cross The Atlantic?
Before its tragic end, the airship Hindenburg ferried passengers from Europe to the U.S. in record time. It was far faster than ocean liners.
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How Big Is China's Air Force? Here's How Many Aircraft It Has
China's air force, the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), is a rival to the United States. Combine that with its navy, and it has many aircraft.
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The Reason Why Air Force Pilots Wore Bomber Jackets With An Orange Lining
Bomber jackets were invented for a simple reason -- to keep pilots warm in open cockpits, and they're lined in orange for another simple reason.
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