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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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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The history of nuclear weapons testing is a complex and interesting one. Here's the story of the U.S.' nuclear testing program and why it stopped.
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When a vessel nears the end of its lifespan, there are a few options for how to dispose of it. One iconic Cold War ship is going to be intentionally sunk.
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When some Ohio-class submarines were retrofitted with non-nuclear Tomahawk missiles instead, this one sub was the first to fire them in combat.
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Given that the King Stallion is dimensionally similar to its predecessors, what makes it so valuable might surprise you.
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The U.S. Army use drones for a variety of missions, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence. Some are small enough to throw like a football.
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The Royal Navy’s two Queen Elizabeth-class carriers are among the world’s largest. Here’s all you need to know about how many fighter jets each can hold.
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Despite operating one of the largest navies in the world, the United States has only two operational icebreakers - limiting its effectiveness in the Arctic.
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Aircraft carriers are the backbone of America's naval presence, yet one of its ships hasn't been in service since 2021. There's a good reason for that, though.
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Doing anything for 5,000 hours without a mistake is great, much less flying an F-35. And an entire squadron having zero accidents for 5,000 hours? Incredible.
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Stealth is a cornerstone of US military dominance, but new radar technology could be about to make a huge leap forward, leaving the US in the lurch.
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The U.K. has launched its newest and largest aircraft carrier to date. Here's how big it is, how many people it holds and how it compares to others.
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During the Cold War, military secrets were at a premium, so when a Russian pilot decided to defect with his MiG 25, it was a huge get. Here's what happened.
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You may think that if the United States Army is buying 30 tons of powdered sugar, then it's for food. However, it's for something completely different.
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