Why Do Some Military Aircraft Have A Shark Painted On Them?
The fierce shark teeth on some warplanes have their roots in World Wars I and II, and they continue on today. Here's why these planes use this pointed message.
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Here's What Makes The US Navy's New Doomsday Plane So Special
The United States Navy's latest Doomsday Plane is based on an iconic military airplane, but its features and platform might actually surprise you.
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Where Was The Legendary Harrier Jump Jet Made And Who Made It?
The Royal Air Force was the first to operate the aircraft, and the U.S Marine Corps deployed it too.
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This American Pickers Rocket Car Had A Real Jet Engine
The crew on American Pickers has found some surprising gems while hunting for treasure, but one such adventure turned up a genuine rocket car.
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Which Aircraft Use GE And Honda's HF120 Jet Engine?
Two decades ago, Honda and GE joined forces to form GE Honda Aero systems, and so the HF120 engine was born.
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Why The T-6 Texan II Is Becoming A Leading Military Training Aircraft
The T-6 Texan II isn't an advanced military stealth jet, but it is one of the most popular planes for training in militaries across the globe.
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Are Aircraft Cockpit Doors Bulletproof? Here's How Strong They Are
Cockpit doors have come a long way in the past few decades, introducing changes to airline tech that has increased strength and overall safety.
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Does The Aurora Spy Plane Really Exist?
Rumors and speculation of clandestine military projects have been around for decades, and the Aurora spy plane is among one of the most notable.
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What The US Army's High-Tech HADES Aircraft Will Be Able To Do Once It Hits The Skies
HADES is the next generation in surveillance and reconnaissance from the U.S. Army and is far superior to its predecessor in many ways.
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Popular US Military Aircraft Nicknames (And The Stories Behind Them)
Military aircraft have a rich history of nicknames inspired by all sorts of things, from animals to their own designs. Here are eight of the most interesting.
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What Does It Mean When A Fighter Jet Rocks Its Wings?
When a fighter's radio is out of commission or just isn't the right way to communicate, the pilot may waggle its wings to get a message across.
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Here's What The Letters Mean On Military Aircraft
While they might almost seem random to a casual observer, the letters and numbers that make up an airplane's official designation have very specific meanings.
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Can A Civilian Buy An F-16 Fighter Jet, And How Much Would One Even Cost?
If you've ever considered buying an F-16 fighter jet, it isn't totally out of the realm of possibility.
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The Legendary Chase Cars Of The US Military's U-2 Spy Plane
The U-2 spy plane and its pilots have a tricky job when landing, but cars help them get back on solid ground.
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4 Of The Most Powerful Rotax Engines Ever Made For Aircraft
Rotax has been the name behind some of the most powerful aircraft engines ever produced, and these four stand out as true aviation powerhouses.
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10 Propeller Aircraft Still Used By The US Military
Even though propeller aircraft were critical at the earliest stages of flight, they are still used to this day by the United States military.
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The Odd-Looking British Plane Designed To Be A True Helicopter Alternative
In the late 1970s, a designer built an aircraft that was designed to replace helicopters (and be cheaper to fly) for observation missions. Here's what we know.
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Drone Vs. UAV: Is There A Difference Between These Military Aircraft?
The terms drone and UAV are often used interchangeably, but there are key differences between the two military aircraft. Here's everything you need to know.
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Is China's 6th-Gen White Emperor Fighter Jet Real? Here's Why Experts Are Skeptical
China has unveiled what it claims will be the world's first sixth-generation fighter jet, but it currently only has a mockup, and its goals may be too lofty.
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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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