Why Some Missiles Have Wings (But Others Don't)
Missile design has been honed over decades of warfare. Whether a missile has wings is largely determined by the role it's meant to play on the battlefield.
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Iran Is Still Flying These American-Built Fighter Jets Decades Later
While the United States and Iran have been at odds for many years, the Middle Eastern nation does own some American fighter jets. How did that happen?
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Unmanned Fighter Plays Wingman For F-22 Raptor Pilots In US Air Force Test
At a California test range, an advanced combat jet teamed up with next-gen technology in a flight that signals a dramatic shift in air warfare strategy.
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What's The Average Lifespan Of The F-35 Fighter Jet?
Modern military aircraft can be phenomenally expensive to build, so it makes sense to have them in service as long as possible.
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This US Air Force Base Has The Most Fighter Jets In The Country
While the U.S. Air Force doesn't exactly publicize the numbers of aircraft it owns and where they're at, we can still determine which base has the most.
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This US Navy Aircraft Carrier Had The Longest Deployment In History
One U.S. Navy aircraft has the longest deployment. But that's not the whole story. We explain how the Cold War, pandemic, and more affect the stats.
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The Fatal Flaw That Killed The US Army's XM803 Prototype Tank
The XM803 tank prototype design, a stepping-stone between the MBT-70 project and the M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank, was briefly considered by the U.S. military.
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The Clever Reason Why The US Navy Still Uses Ships With Wooden Hulls
It might sound old-fashioned, but the U.S. Navy does still have a few ships with wooden hulls, and the reason why actually makes a lot of sense.
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You Don't Want To Trespass Onto This Dangerous Military Laser Testing Site
People keep mistakenly trespassing at this U.S. armed forces laser testing site hidden away in the Arizona desert. The military is urging caution.
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China's New Aircraft Carrier Looks Powerful – But It Has A Major Problem
China's naval capabilities have been expanding in recent years, but its newest aircraft carrier lags behind U.S. counterparts in some important ways.
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The NJ Night Sky Will Soon Be Full Of Fighter Jets – Here's Why
In the next few days, New Jersey residents may see and hear some fighter jets flying around. Here's when and where you might be able to spot them.
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Europe's Next-Gen Fighter Jet Dream Might Be Dead In The Water
Europe's efforts to develop a next-gen fighter independently of the United States may be at risk of falling apart, as tensions continue unabated.
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US Air Force Rolls Out Fresh New Look For Jets Carrying Government VIPs
A decades-old presidential jet tradition is being upended as Air Force One VIP aircraft debut a bold new look. We look at what's changed and why.
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The US Navy Has Now Officially Approved Use Of This Lethal Smart Weapon
The U.S. Navy is adding a new smart weapon to its arsenal, with its fleet of F/A-18-E/F Super Hornets slated to receive an impressive boost in combat prowess.
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China Shows Off Plans For Aircraft Carrier That Deploys Ships From Space
Chinese media released a video of a massive mothership that hovers near space. Here is the truth behind the viral clip and if the tech is actually real.
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How Aircraft Carriers Handle Storms At Sea Without Losing Jets
A lot goes into how aircraft carriers handle storms at sea. After all, they have to ensure that millions of dollars worth of aircraft survive unscathed.
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USS Massachusetts: What Happened To The Ship That Fired WWII's Final Shot
The USS Massachusetts is largely believed to be the ship that fired the last shot of World War II. Here's what happened to that ship afterward.
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This New Marine Drone Looks Like A Killer Whale, But Is Much Deadlier
New developments in drone technology have led to increased capabilities on land, air, sea — including a new prototype that mimics a marine animal.
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3 Things China's Military Has That The US Doesn't
The U.S. may have the biggest military in the world based on budget alone, but there are some things China's military has that America's doesn't.
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China Gives Rare Look At 11,000-Ton Destroyer Built For Electronic Warfare
State broadcaster CCTV showcased one of China’s most advanced destroyers in action, highlighting its role in electronic warfare amid regional tensions.
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This High-Performance Military Radar Can Do More Than Just Detect Threats
Modern military radar systems can do so much more than their forebears, with this particular unit combining multiple critical tasks into one mobile package.
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10 Of The Largest Naval Bases In The US, Ranked By Size
Home to the world's most powerful navy, these are a handful of the largest naval bases in the United States, ranked by size.
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This WWII Submarine Went Down With Toxic Cargo That's Still Dangerous Today
To this day, there has only been one recorded instance of submarine-on-submarine warfare during WWII. What happened? Why is the crash still toxic?
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The US Navy's New Flight Helmet Does A Lot More Than Protect Pilots
The high-tech carbon fiber helmet is destined to replace older models that have been in military service for around four decades.
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Everything You Need To Know About The 'Air Drake' Private Jet
Aubrey Graham, better known as Drake, has accrued significant wealth, allowing him to maintain his own well-furnished private jet.
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The US Military Just Made History With A C-17 Plane & A Nuclear Reactor
The U.S. military made history on Feb 15 by airlifting a nuclear reactor for the first time. Here's why they did that and what it means for the military.
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Some US Navy Ships Have Massive White Domes: Here's What They're Used For
You’ve probably noticed the strange white domes on Navy ships. They look simple, but what they hide inside plays a crucial role in modern warfare.
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