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 Many Aircraft Carriers Did The US Have During World War 2?
The number of U.S. aircraft carriers changed dramatically during World War II. Here’s how the fleet expanded and how many were in service.
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Why Do The Lights In A Lighthouse Rotate? Here's How They Help Ships
Long before GPS, lighthouses had been guiding sailors home for centuries. Their rotating lights use certain patterns to help ships navigate to shore.
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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 Some US Navy Sailors Wore Helmets That Are Way Too Large For Their Heads
In World War II, some U.S. Navy sailors wore unusually large helmets with a unique purpose. Here’s the history behind this distinctive headgear.
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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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Are Submarines Safe In A Tsunami? Here's What Would Happen
Tsunamis are one of the most destructive forces nature can bring to bear, but what if you live below the waves? Here's how a submarine would fare.
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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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5 Of The Newest British-Made Jet Fighters, Ranked By Top Speed
From supersonic solo projects to multi-nation collaborations, here are five of the newest fighter jets the United Kingdom has brought to the skies.
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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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How Big Is China's Navy? Here's How Many Warships It Has
China's People's Liberation Army Navy could have more than 430 ships and submarines in the next five years, giving it greater confidence at sea.
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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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Yes, The US Has Lost Not One, But Two Nuclear Submarines - Here's What Happened
Nuclear submarines are a key part of America's military forces, but we have still lost two of them over the years. Here's what happened to them.
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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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What Are Flying Boats, And When Did The US Military Stop Using Them?
Flying boats were used in multiple wars for various kinds of missions, but the U.S. military ultimately replaced them with traditional planes.
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