Why The U.S. Air Force Wants To Retire The F-22 Raptor Fighter Jet
The Air Force is requesting that Congress retire 32 of the Block 20 F-22 Rapter aircraft citing costs.
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Convair Sea Dart: The Seaplane Jet Fighter That Rode On A Pair Of Hydro-Skis
Back in the 1950s, the military got the idea of building a supersonic jet that could take off and land in water on skis. Here's how that went.
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This 1960s Navy Fighter Jet Is So Good, It's Still In Service Today
Even though it's been around for decades, the F-5 fighter still sees action today. Here's what the Navy and Marine Corps use the plane for.
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The X-20 Dyna-Soar: The Air Force Space Plane With A Dark History
Boeing's X-20 space vehicle named the "Dyna-Soar" (Dynamic Soaring) had other-than squeaky clean origins.
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Hiller X-18: The Strange-Looking Cargo Aircraft That Would Lead The Way For VTOL Technology
The Hiller X-18 was a cargo aircraft that had VTOL capability as far back as the 1950s. Read the story about this strange aircraft that led the VTOL charge.
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Here's Why The US Air Force Is Retiring The Legendary U-2 Spy Plane
After decades of service, the United States Air Force is planning to retire the iconic U-2 spy plane, which has been in active service since 1956.
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NASA X-57: The Experimental Electric Plane With 14 Motors
NASA's X-57 Maxwell is an attempt to investigate and develop the concept of more environmentally-friendly flight.
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Everything We Know About The Royal Air Force's 6th-Gen Fighter Jet
Britain's next-gen fighter may be over a decade away, but we already know a lot about the Royal Air Force's plans to meet the aerial combat needs of the future.
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Why The U.S. Air Force Retired The F-15 Eagle Fighter Jet
The F-15 fighter jet, nicknamed the Eagle, had its first test flight in 1972, and it may soon be retired.
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Why The U.S. Air Force Wants To Retire The Legendary A-10 Warthog
The iconic A-10 Warthog has earned itself a place in pop culture. Despite its capabilities, the U.S. Air Force plans to retire the entire fleet. Here's why.
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This Massive Military Drone Is Designed To Provide Surveillance In Any Weather
The RQ-4 Global Hawk, its bizarre whale-like design aside, is a stunning example of military technology, boasting a wingspan wider than a Boeing 737-800.
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Everything We Know About The Air Force's Futuristic New eVTOL
Aircraft with vertical takeoff and landing capability is not new, but doing it with electric power is and one aircraft has captured the Air Force's interest.
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This Aircraft Engine Is Based On Porsches Legendary 911 Flat-Six
As far back as the 1950s, Porsche was working on aircraft engines. As a result it built one of the most durable engines to every take to the skies.
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This Futuristic Stealth Aircraft Got Its Name Straight From Star Trek
The stealth of the nearly invisible YF-118G earned it an appropriate name from "Star Trek": the Bird of Prey.
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This Cargo Plane Looks Strange, But It Serves An Important Purpose
The Guppy plane, developed by Aero Spaceline Industries (ASI) in California, entered the picture in 1961/
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This Incredible Jet-Powered VTOL Is The Only One Of Its Kind
This jet-powered VTOL transport vehicle was the first, and only, of its kind - capable of transporting up to 36 people and 11,000 pounds of cargo.
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This Mini Military Drone Costs Almost $200,000 - Here's Why
The BH3 is a small tactical personal reconnaissance drone made explicitly for foot soldiers, and it comes with some incredible powers.
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Everything We Know About The Next Generation Of U.S. Military VTOL Helicopters
The iconic Black Hawk has been in service for decades, and will soon be replaced with a modern alternative. Here's what we know about the upcoming helicopter.
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This Strange Looking Aircraft Was Way More Advanced Than It Looks
Northrop's Tacit Blue is a monochrome marvel would be easy to underestimate at first glance, but it was capable of extraordinary things.
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Why The U.S. Navy Decommissioned The Incredible X-47B Stealth Drone
The X-47B of the U.S. Navy was a particularly formidable stealth drone, but it's no longer in use by the military.
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Here's Why Military Exoskeletons May Never Become A Reality
Sadly, it seems that humanity may never see an Iron Man exoskeleton suit. Here are some of the major roadblocks.
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Everything We Know About Russia's Futuristic MiG-41 Fighter Jet
Russia looks to stand up to fifth-generation fighters with its own MiG-41 fighter jet which looks like it could terrorize the skies ... if it's real.
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The Incredible Anglo-French Attack Jet Ready For Nuclear Strikes
The story of the SEPECAT Jaguar is one characterized by having too many cooks in the kitchen, proving that production hell is not a new condition.
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The History Of The Army's Workhorse Huey Helicopter
Arguably the most famous Army helicopter, the Huey has a rich history including more than a few film credits to its name. We've got all the details.
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Everything We Know About Japan's Futuristic Next-Gen Fighter Jet
The JASDF started work on the Mitsubishi F-X, a sixth generation fighter jet that would be one of the most technologically advanced planes in the air.
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How U.S. Military Helicopters Received Their Native American Names
The Native American naming convention dates back to 1941 when the Army Air Corps was renamed the Army Air Forces
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Ford's Mustang Super Cobra Jet 1800 Is An Electric Drag Star
Ford is gunning for EV performance speed records with its Mustang Super Cobra Jet 1800 prototype, sending it on drag strips with Pat McCue in the driver's seat.
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