Air Force One: 12 Amazing Facts And Features Of The Presidential Aircraft
Air Force One is a symbol of American strength, and this is the story behind it and its many features.
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Turbojet Vs. Turbofan: What's The Difference Between These Jet Engines?
Although turbojet and turbofan jet engines are similar, the things that set them apart make them very different. Here's what you need to know.
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What Is Jet Squawking? (And How Does It Work?)
To most laymen, the term squawking conjures mental images of jets twittering through the air like a songbird.
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How Many Gs Does A Fighter Jet Pull? (And How Much Can A Pilot Handle?)
Fighter jets go amazingly fast. How many times the force of gravity does that speed translate to? And what can those planes' pilots withstand?
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Elon Musk Vs The F-35: Why He Wants The US To Drop The Legendary Jet
The F-35 Lightning II is a highly advanced fighter jet, but that didn't stop Elon Musk from critiquing it as one that would only "get pilots killed."
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Can You Bring A Swiss Army Knife On A Plane? What The TSA Rules Say
A Swiss Army Knife is a confusing tool if your considering what to pack in your carry-on, but this is the rule.
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Why Is The F-35 Fighter Jet Called The Lightning II?
Military fighter jets come with a lot of history and the moniker of the F-35 Lightning II is no exception. Here's a dive into how it got its name.
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Kawasaki SX-R Jet Ski Vs. Yamaha SuperJet: How Do These Watercraft Compare?
Both the Kawasaki SX-R Jet Ski and Yamaha SuperJet are popular personal watercraft options, but which one best meets your requirements?
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Why Was The F-22 Fighter Jet Discontinued? Here's What You Need To Know
The F-22 Raptor is a fifth-generation fighter jet that offers great stealth and other advanced capabilities. So why did the Air Force choose to discontinue it?
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This Jet Holds The Record For The Slowest Ever Made
While most jets in history are known for being far faster than older forms of aircraft, there are a few exceptions, like this Polish crop duster from the 70s.
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The Big Questions Experts Are Asking About The DC Helicopter And Plane Crash
The collision of a U.S. Army helicopter and an American Airlines plane over Washington D.C. has left many people stunned. Here's what experts want to know.
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Why The Russian SU-35 Fighter Jet Is Such A Big Deal For Iran's Military
Iran's recent acquisition of Russian SU-35 fighter jets may seem like a massive boost for its military prowess in the air, but the reality is nuanced.
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How Fast Can A Fighter Jet Fly Across The World? Here's How Long It Would Take
Fighter jets are known for their maneuverability and extreme speed. Here's how long it would take three top fighter models to fly across the world.
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What Happens If A Drone Hits A Plane? Here's The Damage It Can Do
Though it's pretty well-known that bird strikes can cause major damage to commercial planes, less is known about the impact of drones on airplanes.
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The World's 5 Most Powerful Military Transport Aircraft
Not all military aircraft are designed for combat or reconnaissance. There are plenty created to transport whatever needs moving. These are the beefiest ones.
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GCAP's Next-Generation Stealth Fighter Jet Aims To Trump America's F-35
Although the United States has always been on the cutting edge of new military jet tech, other countries around the world are also developing planes.
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Can You Put Jet Fuel In A Diesel Engine? (And What Happens If You Do?)
It's the stuff of fantasy: jet fuel making a dieselvehicle tak e off like, well, a jet. But what really happens if you put jet fuel in your diesel's tank?
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Were Jet-Powered Seaplanes Ever Built?
Seaplanes and jet-powered airplanes seem to come from two different, mutually exclusive worlds. So were any jet-powered seaplanes ever built?
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These Are The Absolute Worst Seats On A Plane
Flying is the safest way to travel, but it may also be the most stressful. Here's how to ease some of that stress by avoiding a plane's worst seats.
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Why Isn't There A Mach 2 Bomber Jet In The U.S. Air Force?
It seems like a no-brainer -- the faster the plane, the better for the U.S. But even though the speed could be attainable, America has no Mach 2 bombers.
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What Does 'Roger' Mean In Military Aviation And Why Do Pilots Say It?
The term "Roger" isn't just a name but a popular piece of aviation lore, and this is what it means and where it came from.
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Everything To Know About Aircraft Engine Maker DeltaHawk
DeltaHawk is ready to release three new engines that cut emissions by as much as 40%. The Wisconsin-based company is using SAF to fuel these engines.
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Why Is The MiG-29 Fighter Jet Called The Fulcrum?
Is the Russian military enamored of the ancient principles of fulcrum and lever, or is there some other reason the MiG-29 has the name Fulcrum?
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The Tragic Story Of Japan's Rocket-Powered Kamikaze Plane From World War II
The kamikaze suicide plane was a last-ditch effort to stave off defeat by a desperate Japan. But its fatal flaw doomed its pilots more surely than its targets.
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The Jet Fighter So Advanced That US Law Bans It From Being Exported
Although the top U.S. military contractors export tech to foreign countries, there's one plane so advanced that the government banned its sale.
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F22 Raptor Top Speed: How Fast Is The Fighter Jet?
The F-22 Raptor has the afterburners to get to amazing speeds. Just how fast can the world's first operational fifth-generaton fighter jet go?
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Every Strategic Jet Bomber Still In-Service Today
Strategic jet bombers are used to deliver nuclear and conventional ordnance to all parts of the world. These are the ones operating right now.
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