The SR-71 Blackbird was the fastest spy plane in the U.S. military's service, exceeding 2,000 miles per hour. It could also reach an altitude of 85,000 feet.
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The U.S. Navy operates some of the most advanced and lethal submarines and fighter jets in the world, including the Virginia-class subs and F-35 Lightning II.
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The notion that a captain must go down with their ship is a romantic one, but it's not entirely true, but there are some truths (and law) behind the concept.
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Laser-painting targets, is one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States military. However, laser-equipped backpack drones might mitigate the risk.
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The ATLAS software replaces a troublesome legacy suite to help the U.S. monitor satellites and debris in space and improve situational awareness.
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Mil has a storied history, and has made some of the most iconic and record breaking helicopters in the history of military aviation.
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Unlike missile systems, railguns rely on an electromagnetic current and kinetic energy to operate, shooting out a projectile up to speeds that exceed Mach 6.
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Defense developers are creating micro drones that can fly undetected, provide real-time intelligence, and potentially take on new roles in future conflicts.
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Aircraft carriers are impressive in size but they can still hide from the enemy when necessary. Here's everything they have to do to stay out of sight.
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President Trump caused a stir when he suggested aircraft carriers return to using steam catapults. Here's why that's way more complex than it sounds.
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Gripen comes from the English word griffin, a mythical creature with an eagle's head, claws, and wings but the body of a lion, representing a powerful force.
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Sierra Nevada has developed a simple but effective air defense system that a single person can set up and break down in minutes. Here's what we know.
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Fighter pilots have to consider many different scenarios before and during their missions, including the possibility of ejecting from their aircraft.
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Getting clean water to soldiers in far-flung places isn't easy for the US military, but a new technology partnership could make it easy for the Army.
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The U.S. Air Force flew a reconnaissance jet from the mid-'60s through 1990 that set a few long-standing speed and altitude records early in its service life.
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A military celebration soured when live ammunition accidentally exploded over a California freeway. Here's how things went wrong with the event.
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There are an estimated 3 million undiscovered shipwrecks lining the sea floor. In June 2025, divers discovered a 2,000-year-old wreck in Turkey.
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It's really hard to get a new fighter jet design off the ground. Given design challenges and costs it involves, it's amazing these ones have lasted so long.
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As drones get more prolific on the battlefield, technology is being developed to counter it. Now, China is touting a new laser weapon system for this purpose.
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Despite being plagued by a rash of disasters and safety concerns over the past several years, Boeing was awarded the F-47 fighter jet contract.
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Residents in these fives states might be seeing their utility bills increase if the U.S. Air Force goes ahead with a proposed land leasing deal.
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Some people collect items for a hobby while others like to learn a new skill or construct models. This Chinese farmer prefers building submarines.
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Even though the US has the capability to deploy the newer B-2 Bomber, it is still sending out B-1s. What's the difference in capabilities between the two?
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There have been several occurrences of airplane windshields cracking in midair. Whether it causes an emergency landing, however, depends on a few factors.
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Silent, precise, and cutting-edge, these military gadgets give special operations troops an edge, from nano drones to bone-conduction comms.
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Despite being more than six decades old, the U.S. navy's E2 Command and Control aircraft continues to receive upgrades, and is capable of mid-flight refuelling.
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There are close calls, and then there's this. A National Guard plane's emergency landing nearly resulted in disaster, all captured by a Tesla's dashcam.
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