F-15 Eagle Top Speed: How Fast Is The Fighter Jet?
The F-15 Eagle is an outlier even among advanced fighter jets, moving so swiftly it has never been shot down in combat. Here's how fast it can fly.
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What Is A Hull Designation On US Navy Ships & Why Is It Important?
Every vessel in the Navy, from the smallest patrol boat to the largest aircraft carrier, has a hull designation number. Why are they important?
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How Did WW1 Planes Avoid Shooting Their Own Propellers?
Aiming a machine gun through a biplane's propellers was no easy feat. Then along came an invention that made it possible to keep from hitting the props.
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Why Do Some Military Helicopters Have A Pole On The Front?
It's not uncommon to see a long pole protruding from the front of a military helicopter. This pole serves a crucial role for helicopters used by the military.
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Do Jet Engines Need Oil Changes?
Oil changes are vital to ensure your vehicle is running at its best, but do jets need them, too? The answer isn't exactly straightforward. Here's why.
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Fury: America's New Superweapon Is A True Technological Marvel
Anduril Technologies is in the process of developing a superweapon it's calling Fury, which will be the first vehicle of its kind. It's quite the marvel.
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The US Military's New Attack Drone Can Drop Its Own Precision Bomblets
The U.S. military is getting a new drone that can drop small precision bombs on its targets strong enough to destroy targets that aren't armored.
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There Are Still A Lot Of Sunken Warplanes At The Bottom Of Lake Michigan: Here's Why
When Lake Michigan was used practicing carrier takeoff and landing during WWII, naval air operations didn't always go quite as planned.
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The Revolutionary Naval Innovations That Helped The Phoenicians Conquer The Ancient Mediterranean
The Phoenicians were known for their exceptional naval skills which stemmed from two notable innovations at the time. HEre's everything you need to know.
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Why The F-22 Raptor Has Never Had A Confirmed Kill In Active Combat
The F-series fighter jets might have a reputation for their deadly power, but the F-22 Raptor actually has yet to earn a confirmed kill while in active combat.
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Why Do Coast Guard Ships Have Racing Stripes?
Racing stripes are typically seen on racing cars like NASCAR and Formula 1 vehicles, but the vessels of the U.S. Coast Guard also sport racing stripes.
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Common Air Force Ground Crew Hand Signals And What They Mean
Any military airbases feature plenty of ground crew using hand gestures and colorful wands to communicate with pilots. Here's what those gestures mean.
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Why Do Typhoon Fighter Pilot Helmets Have Bumps On Them?
Eurofighter Typhoon pilots utilize an unusual-looking helmet, characterized by what can only be described as an array of 'bumps' at the helmet's rear.
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4 Nuclear-Powered Ships That Are Not Aircraft Carriers
It's easy to see why nuclear power is suited for seacraft, and beyond aircraft carriers there are several types of active vessels powered by reactors.
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Why Did WW2 Planes Have Black And White Stripes?
Allied planes in World War II were known for their distinctive black and white stripes on the top on bottom of them that served a specific purpose.
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8 Fighter Jets With Pratt & Whitney Engines
Pratt & Whitney has been suppling aviation power plants to the world since 1925, including some of the most advanced jet engines of all time.
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Were WW2 Plane Cockpits Heated? Here's How Pilots Stayed Warm
When flying at 30,000 feet in the air, it can get rather chilly and in World War II, military planes weren't pressurized, so how did aircraft crews stay warm?
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The Stealthiest Fighter Jet Ever Built (So Far)
There are several military aircraft known for their stealth capabilities, but only one holds the title for being the stealthiest. At least, for now.
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Why The Military's Black Knight Transformer (A Flying Jeep) Never Took Off
The Black Knight was rough and durable ground transport that also would have had flight capability. Here's everything we know about this versatile machine.
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Why Were Three-Engine Airliners Discontinued?
Three-engine jetliners were a essential to air travel in decades past, but they have all but disappeared. Here's why these once popular jets were discontinued.
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US Navy Vs. Coast Guard: How Are They Different?
The Navy and the Coast Guard definitely have some similarities, but their differences are distinct, most notably when it comes to its core mission.
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Where Will America's New F-47 Fighter Jet Be Built?
The U.S. has announced that the new generation of fighter jets will be built on American soil. Take a look at which major aircraft company will build the F-47.
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All The Unusual Design Features Of China's New J-36 Fighter Jet
China's new J-36 long-range stealth fighter has the international military community abuzz with its apparent advances in design, technology, and weaponry.
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10 Of The Most Powerful Tugboats Ever Made
Underrated bastion for trade across the globe, tugboats are more essential than many realize. These are the 10 most powerful tugboats to grace the sea.
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The DARPA Drone Ship That Could Change Naval Surface Warfare Forever
The DARPA-built USX-1 is a drone ship that was built to run without any crew aboard. Here's everything we know about this next evolution of naval warfare.
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What Does The Inside Of A Commercial JetZero Look Like?
Given JetZero's focus on airline control rather than cabin specifics, what does the interior of this unique but functional aircraft actually look like?
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What Happens To Passenger Jets After They're Retired From Airline Service?
Ever wonder what happens to an airplane when an airline is done with it? Here's where passenger planes go once they're retired from use at an airline.
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