Hurricane Hunter: The WC-130 Hercules Jet That Can Fly Through Tropical Storms
Flying into a hurricane's powerful winds on purpose may seem crazy. But intrepid pilots have been doing it for decades to get information at the storm's center.
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What Is The Mitsubishi F-2 And How Is It Related To The F-16 Fighter Jet?
The F-2 fighter jet has served Japan for decades, and if it looks familiar there's a good reason. It's a kissing cousin to America's venerable F-16.
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Aircraft Carrier Vs. Amphibious Assault Ship: What's The Difference Between These Flat-Tops?
Both aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships work in tandem often, and despite them looking similar, they both operate in vastly different capacities.
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Do The Wings Of The F-14 Tomcat Fighter Jet Really Fold?
If you saw Top Gun, then you saw the F-14 Tomcat and likely wonder if its wings really fold like that. The answer is yes, but the reason may surprise you.
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Aircraft Autopilot Vs. Car Cruise Control: What's The Difference And How Do They Work?
Cars and airplanes making themselves go both have different systems to make it work. Here are the differences (beyond the obvious) between them.
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What Are Electronic Warfare Aircraft And How Do They Work?
Electronic Warfare is a potent element on the battlefield, becoming ever-more important as technology advances, but it's actually been around for some time.
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Was The F-117 Nighthawk A Fighter Or A Bomber? Why The Jet's Designation Is So Confusing
The "F" in the F-117's name indicates that it's a fighter. But it wasn't armed for air-to-air combat. So was it a fighter? A bomber? An attack plane?
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Ford's 429 Cobra Jet Vs 429 Thunderjet Engines: What's The Difference?
Although Ford's 429 Cobra Jet vs 429 Thunderjet engines are similar, there are differences that set the two 429 big block engines apart.
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Every Jet In Service That Can Supercruise
There are only a handful of jets flying today that can supercruise -- that is, achieve supersonic speeds without using their afterburners. Here they are.
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Why Did The US Retire The F-101 Voodoo Fighter Jet, And What Replaced It?
It doesn't have the high profile of the F-14 or F-16, but the F-101 Voodoo fighter jet is an important stepping stone in military aircraft development.
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Ramjet Vs. Scramjet: What's The Difference Between These Jet Engines?
Both Ramjet and Scramjet technologies are pushing the boundaries of hypersonic flight, though there is a slight difference between each method of propulsion.
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What Was The First Military Battle Between Aircraft Carriers?
Aircraft carriers have been a crucial element in combat since they were invented, but they didn't see combat against each other until later.
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The Story Behind The Fictional MiG-28 Jet In 'Top Gun'
The MiG-28 jet from "Top Gun" may not be a real craft, but it's inspired by and built from two iconic fighters that are even still used today.
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The U.S. Navy's Aircraft Carrier Shortage Isn't What You'd Think
Even though the United States has the most aircraft carriers in the world, people are constantly talking of a shortage. Here's the truth behind it.
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How A Small Diesel-Powered Submarine 'Sunk' A $6 Billion US Aircraft Carrier
A single submarine managed to "sink" a top-tier US aircraft carrier during simulated war games. Here's how the sub managed a victory despite being outclassed.
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Every Military Jet Ever Owned By Star Trek's Michael Dorn
Worf from "Star Trek" is an iconic sci-fi personality that flies in a giant spaceship, but the real actor behind the character flies military jets.
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5 Of The Most Powerful Jet Engines You Can Find On Commercial Planes
The engines propelling commercial jets are some of the most capable powerplants in the world. Here are some of the most powerful currently flying today.
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Is Elon Musk Really Developing A Fighter Jet?
A viral video purports that Elon Musk and SpaceX are working on a "UFO fighter jet," but the source reporting on this story is suspicious at best.
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The World-Famous Fighter Jet That Inspired The Lamborghini Reventon
The incredibly rare run of the Lamborghini Reventon would serve to inspire the automaker, but the car itself drew its inspiration from an iconic American jet.
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5 Of The Strangest Aircraft Designs That Took To The Skies
Odd-looking airplanes may still be able to fly. These five have odd-looking wings, no wings at all, or strangely shaped bodies -- but they still worked.
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The 5 Worst Launch And Recovery Failures On Aircraft Carriers
Aircraft carriers bring U.S. military airpower all over the world, providing a mobile base of operations wherever needed. But accidents happen, even on board.
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Here's How Much An F-18 Super Hornet Jet Actually Costs To Build
The F-18 Super Hornet will be the most advanced fighter taking to the skies for the U.S. military once its delivered. Here's how much it'll cost.
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Why The US Navy Retired The F-14 Tomcat Fighter Jet
You probably know about the F-14 Tomcat from its appearances in the Top Gun franchise, but the fighter jet has been retired for almost 20 years. Here's why.
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10 Of The Most Notable Aircraft To Fly In The Vietnam War
The timing of the Vietnam War perfectly coincided with advancements in air infantry, paving the way for several notable aircraft innovations.
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What Type Of Fan Is In A Jet Engine And How Does It Work?
Jet engines that you find (most commonly) or airplanes have a particular kind of fan that helps make the whole thing work. Here's what it does.
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Japan's Secret Jet Fighter Of WWII: The Nakajima Kikka
Inspired by Messerschmitt's Me 262, the Nakajima Kikka (Orange Blossom) was a secret weapoin Japan hoped would turn the tide in the battle with the Allies.
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The Best And Worst Fighter Aircraft Boeing Has Ever Made
Boeing has been at the helm for some of the greatest fighter aircraft ever manufactured, but not all of them are winners.
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