The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is one of the most formidable aircraft currently in operation with the United States Air Force. Known for its stealth […]
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Meet America’s Nuclear-capable F-16 Fighting Falcon!
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a versatile and agile aircraft known for its advanced capabilities, playing a crucial role in numerous global conflicts. A common […]
How Landing on a Highway Helps Avoid Potholes
In the summer of 2021, the US made history by landing modern military aircraft on a public highway, Michigan Highway 32. Four A-10 Warthogs and […]
US Navy’s Dilemma: The New Osprey is Too Good!
The US Navy is transitioning from its long-serving C-2A Greyhounds to the more advanced CMV-22 Ospreys for urgent deliveries to aircraft carriers worldwide. While the […]
Why Some Military Airplanes Are Almost IMPOSSIBLE to Kill
Today’s spy planes are significantly larger and noisier than their predecessors, sometimes even lacking the sleek aesthetics of the past. The once-iconic SR-71 and its […]
Why Helicopters Fall Like a Leaf, Not a Rock
Contrary to popular belief, when a helicopter engine fails, it doesn’t plummet like a brick. Instead, helicopters utilize autorotation, which acts like a hidden parachute, […]
3 Nights Onboard US Navy’s Largest Stealth Ship
I recently spent three nights aboard one of the US Navy’s most versatile ships. It’s not an aircraft carrier, cruiser, or submarine; it’s a vessel […]
Here’s America’s New A-10 Warthog After Getting an Upgraded
The A-10 Warthog is renowned for its durability, able to fly with one engine, one elevator, half of its tail, and half of a wing […]
What’s the F-35 Doing on the Highway?
Aerial refueling is a complex and dangerous operation that involves significant risks, such as hoses breaking, fuel spills, and mid-flight collisions. Despite these hazards, aircraft […]
Aerial Refueling Accidents Examined
Aerial refueling is a complex and dangerous operation, with numerous potential hazards such as hoses breaking off, fuel spills, and mid-flight collisions. Despite these risks, […]