Why Don't Modern Fighter Jets Use Nose Intakes Anymore?
Nose air intake systems are, at this point, a relic of early jet fighter technology that's been phased out in favor of more advanced side intake structure.
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Why Fighter Jets Are Inherently Unstable (And What Makes Them Safe To Fly)
Instability might not seem like the most desirable characteristic for a flying object. But fighter jets are actually designed to be unstable in flight.
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Why Did Boeing Stop Producing Its 727 Jets?
The Boeing 727 was a popular plane that could land on shorter runways than other jets. What led to Boeing's decision to stop making it in the 1980s?
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This Tiny 'Aircraft Carrier' Is Just Over A Meter Long, Yet Useful (And Deadly)
Ukrainian soldiers are using a new weapon in its war with Russia. These new "aircraft carriers" can carry drones into battle, extending their range.
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China's J-20 Has One Major Advantage Over Western Fighter Jets
The J-20 may not have any significant upgrades aboard its hardware, but the "Mighty Dragon" still has one major advantage when compared to western jets.
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Does China Have A Stealth Bomber?
When anyone thinks about a stealth bomber, they most often think of America's B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, but the United States isn't the only country with one.
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All About The English Electric Lightning, Britain's First Supersonic Jet
The English Electric Lightning may not be as well-knwon as some American fighters, but this British supersonic jet had quite a lot going for it.
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Why Hovering A Helicopter Is One Of The Hardest Skills To Learn As A Pilot
Pilots have to learn to hover a helicopter in order to land it. However, hovering is actually one of the toughest parts of navigating a helicopter.
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5 Of The Longest-Range Civilian Helicopters, Ranked
These five civilian helicopters have more than enough range, though note that mileage may vary depending on weather conditions and other factors.
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The Unlikely Way A Propeller Plane Outmaneuvered A Fighter Jet During The Korean War
You might think fighter jets reign supreme over propeller planes. Yet one prop plane in the Korean War proved that may not always be the case.
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How Many Bomber Planes Does The US Military Have?
The United States manages a massive fleet of aircraft across its military, but the bomber fleet in particular is planned to expand significantly over time.
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Why Some Fighter Jets Have A Weird Gap Between The Engine And Fuselage
Fighter jets employ plenty of unique designs to improve or otherwise manage aerodynamics, which usually results in strange-looking fuselage without context.
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What Type Of Fuel Do Helicopters Use?
The type of fuel that helicopters use depends on whether the specific model is using a piston engine or a more modern turboshaft engine.
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Are Fighter Jets Affected By Turbulence?
We've all experienced turbulence on a commercial plane on route to our destination. However, are fighter jets exempt from the same turbulence effects?
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Why Does The B-52 Bomber Have Wrinkles On Its Skin?
You may have noticed wrinkles on the skin of a B-52 bomber. It turns out, those wrinkles are normal. Here's everything we know about why they're there.
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What Is An Interceptor And How Does It Differ From A Fighter Jet?
Interceptor jets and fighter jets have very different profiles and use-cases from each other. Here are the traits that set them apart and why one got retired.
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Which Country's Military Flies The Most F-16 Fighter Jets?
F-16s are among some of the most popular jets in the world, but which country's military has the most access to and flies the fighter most frequently?
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Why Did The World Stop Building Biplanes?
Biplanes once dominated the skies, but now they're rarely to be seen outside of old movies and museums. What caused them to fall out of popularity?
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13 Militaries With The Most Helicopters In Service, Ranked
These militaries have the largest helicopter fleets, complementing fighter jet forces and bolstering airpower projection both regionally and globally.
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This Is The Largest Plane To Ever Land On An Aircraft Carrier (And What It's Used For)
It normally needed a runway nearly twice as long as the deck of an aircraft carrier. But the Navy wanted to see if this plane could land there. So it did.
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What Are Lakota Helicopters Used For & Does The US Army Still Fly Them?
The Eurocopter UH-72 Lakota is something of a jack of all trades in the helicopter world and has become a prominent aircraft for the military.
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What Is A Wingman Drone And How Does It Work With Fighter Jets?
The future of aerial combat in the military looks like it could be increasingly unmanned. Wingman drones are a step in that direction. Here's what we know.
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Why Did Some Spitfire Planes Have Clipped Wings?
The Spitfire was a thing of beauty from the moment it debuted. But beauty doesn't help in combat, and some later versions had clipped wings. Here's why.
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What Does The Inside Of A Eurofighter Typhoon Jet Look Like?
The Eurofighter Typhoon is what's considered a 4.5-generation fighter jet, which means it's nearly as advanced as a fifth-gen. Which explains its cockpit.
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Why Most Helicopters Take Off Nose Down, Explained
Helicopters take off with their nose pointed down, and that's not by accident. Here's a look at why these aircraft need to take off at this angle.
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Why The MiG-21 Was The Most Feared Soviet Fighter Jet During The Vietnam War
The MiG-21 was more than a nuisance for the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, it was the prime target. Unfortunately, it had the F-4's number.
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No, Planes Don't Avoid The Bermuda Triangle: Separating Fact From Fiction
The Bermuda Triangle has been blamed for several aviation accidents to occur in the region. But planes don't actually avoid the Bermuda Triangle.
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