Was The F-117 Nighthawk A Fighter Or A Bomber? Why The Jet's Designation Is So Confusing
The "F" in the F-117's name indicates that it's a fighter. But it wasn't armed for air-to-air combat. So was it a fighter? A bomber? An attack plane?
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Ford's 429 Cobra Jet Vs 429 Thunderjet Engines: What's The Difference?
Although Ford's 429 Cobra Jet vs 429 Thunderjet engines are similar, there are differences that set the two 429 big block engines apart.
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Every Jet In Service That Can Supercruise
There are only a handful of jets flying today that can supercruise -- that is, achieve supersonic speeds without using their afterburners. Here they are.
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Why Did The US Retire The F-101 Voodoo Fighter Jet, And What Replaced It?
It doesn't have the high profile of the F-14 or F-16, but the F-101 Voodoo fighter jet is an important stepping stone in military aircraft development.
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Why The U.S. Military Only Ever Built & Used One Midget Submarine
Midget submarines have been employed by other military powers throughout history, but the U.S. only had one briefly alongside its standard submarines.
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5 Boeing Military Planes In Service Today
Boeing is widely known for its commercial airplanes, but it also makes military planes flown by the U.S. and its allies. Here are five lesser-known examples.
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What Tech Keeps Military Submarines In Service & What Do The Crews Do All Day?
Submarines are an important part of America's maritime military force, and the technology that goes into them is impressive and complex.
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Ramjet Vs. Scramjet: What's The Difference Between These Jet Engines?
Both Ramjet and Scramjet technologies are pushing the boundaries of hypersonic flight, though there is a slight difference between each method of propulsion.
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What Was The First Military Battle Between Aircraft Carriers?
Aircraft carriers have been a crucial element in combat since they were invented, but they didn't see combat against each other until later.
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5 Of The Oldest Military Ships Still In Active Service Today
There are still a few naval ships out there that were first built more than 50 years ago in military service today.
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5 Military Planes That Have Four Engines
These powerhouse military planes handle the logistics and other tasks for many militaries around the world, each of which are powered by four massive engines.
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Why The US Military Doesn't Build Its Subs With Titanium Hulls
Titanium is stronger, lighter, and more resistant to corrosion than steel. However, no Navy builds its submarines using the metal. What's the big idea?
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The Story Behind The Fictional MiG-28 Jet In 'Top Gun'
The MiG-28 jet from "Top Gun" may not be a real craft, but it's inspired by and built from two iconic fighters that are even still used today.
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How High Do Military Drones Fly? A Look At Altitude Limits
Drone technology is changing combat in major ways, and that includes how high they can fly since there's no human piloting them. How high up can they go?
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3 Military Drones With The Longest Range
The U.S. military employs several key drone models for all of its wartime needs, all of which are capable of surprisingly potent operational ranges.
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The U.S. Navy's Aircraft Carrier Shortage Isn't What You'd Think
Even though the United States has the most aircraft carriers in the world, people are constantly talking of a shortage. Here's the truth behind it.
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How Many Missiles Can The US Air Force's Fighter Jets Carry?
The U.S. Air Force has some of the most technologically advanced fighter jets in the world, each packed with plenty of equipment for any mission or objective.
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How A Small Diesel-Powered Submarine 'Sunk' A $6 Billion US Aircraft Carrier
A single submarine managed to "sink" a top-tier US aircraft carrier during simulated war games. Here's how the sub managed a victory despite being outclassed.
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Every Military Jet Ever Owned By Star Trek's Michael Dorn
Worf from "Star Trek" is an iconic sci-fi personality that flies in a giant spaceship, but the real actor behind the character flies military jets.
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5 Of The Most Powerful Jet Engines You Can Find On Commercial Planes
The engines propelling commercial jets are some of the most capable powerplants in the world. Here are some of the most powerful currently flying today.
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Is Elon Musk Really Developing A Fighter Jet?
A viral video purports that Elon Musk and SpaceX are working on a "UFO fighter jet," but the source reporting on this story is suspicious at best.
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The World-Famous Fighter Jet That Inspired The Lamborghini Reventon
The incredibly rare run of the Lamborghini Reventon would serve to inspire the automaker, but the car itself drew its inspiration from an iconic American jet.
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5 Of The Strangest Aircraft Designs That Took To The Skies
Odd-looking airplanes may still be able to fly. These five have odd-looking wings, no wings at all, or strangely shaped bodies -- but they still worked.
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The 5 Worst Launch And Recovery Failures On Aircraft Carriers
Aircraft carriers bring U.S. military airpower all over the world, providing a mobile base of operations wherever needed. But accidents happen, even on board.
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Here's How Much An F-18 Super Hornet Jet Actually Costs To Build
The F-18 Super Hornet will be the most advanced fighter taking to the skies for the U.S. military once its delivered. Here's how much it'll cost.
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Why The US Navy Retired The F-14 Tomcat Fighter Jet
You probably know about the F-14 Tomcat from its appearances in the Top Gun franchise, but the fighter jet has been retired for almost 20 years. Here's why.
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10 Of The Most Notable Aircraft To Fly In The Vietnam War
The timing of the Vietnam War perfectly coincided with advancements in air infantry, paving the way for several notable aircraft innovations.
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