Everything To Know About NASA's New X-59 Supersonic Aircraft
The loss of the Concorde means no commercial supersonic jets at all. NASA's experimental X-59 jet hopes to resurrect faster-than-sound air travel.
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Everything You Should Know About The Aero L-159 ALCA Jet
Built for a variety of tasks, the Czech Air Force's L-159 jet spawned several variants designed for recon, air support, training missions, and more.
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Everything To Know About The Bell X-1 'Glamorous Glennis'
The historic X-1 rocket plane not only gave the world supersonic flight, but also solved many engineering problems, allowing modern aircraft to be designed.
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A Pilot's Perspective On The Cutting-Edge Advances In Aircraft And AI's Impact On Air Travel
Artificial intelligence has been used in aspects of air travel for years, and it is reaching the cockpit. We asked an expert what that might mean in the future.
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Everything To Know About The Sukhoi Su-57 'Felon' Jet
In the highly competitive world of fifth-generation fighter jets, the Sukhoi Su-57 ranks among the fastest, most powerful, and most capable.
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Why The Airbus A350 Jet Is Regarded As One Of The Best Planes For Long Flights
If you like to travel, you've likely heard praise for the Airbus A350 aircraft. What makes this model so appealing for long-haul routes? Quite a bit.
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How High Can The F-22 Fighter Jet Fly?
The U.S. Air Force's F-22 Raptor is one of the fastest and deadliest fighter planes in the sky. Its maximum altitude, or ceiling, is just as impressive.
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A Look At Donald Trump's Private Jet And Its Unbelievable Details
As a commercial aircraft, Donald Trump's Boeing 757-200 can seat over 200 passengers with a load of amenities.
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How Ford's Cobra Jet Engine Has Evolved Over Its 60-Plus Years
The Ford Cobra Jet engine has seen a few distinct iterations over the years. Here's how it became one of the most iconic powerplants ever built by Ford.
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History Of The Airbus A380: The Largest Passenger Aircraft
Airbus' dream to build the largest commercial aircraft lasted just 14 years. That said, the A380 will continue to fly the skies well into the 2030s.
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Here's What Made The F-4 Phantom II Such An Excellent Fighter Jet
The F-4 Phantom is one of the most iconic jets in the history of the U.S. Armed Forces. Here's everything that made it such a great fighter.
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The Air Force Is Trying To Make Jet Fuel Out Of Air And Water: Here's How
A startup known as Air Company is teaming up with the United States Air Force to create environmentally-friendly jet fuel. Can it really work?
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How Drones Are Changing The Way Aircraft Carriers Operate
The U.K.'s Royal Navy conducted two tests, in September and November, that showed how drones will be at the forefront of future military operations.
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What Made The F-15 Eagle Jet A Legend Of The Skies
In service since 1974, the F-15 has reliably been part of the U.S. military and its allies for decades and still has a place in the modern air force.
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Rolls-Royce Pegasus: Behind The Creation Of The Massive Jet Engine
The Rolls-Royce Pegasus engine that powers the iconic Harrier Jet has been in production for a surprisingly long time. Read about its development here.
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What Makes The HAL Tejas Light Combat Aircraft Such A Big Deal For India
It may surprise you to learn that India has one of the strongest air forces in the world, and now they're developing their own jet fighter.
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Here's What Grounded The Navy T-45 Goshawk Jet
The Navy's T-45 Goshawk Jet was a tandem jet used to train fighter pilots intermediate and advanced skills, but it has been grounded. Here's what we know.
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Virgin Atlantic Champions Sustainable Aviation Jet Fuel: Could It Be The Key To Cleaner Skies?
Virgin Atlantic just flew across the Atlantic Ocean using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel, but there's a big caveat to that. Here's what you need to know.
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Why The Legendary Harrier II Jet Was Retired By The RAF
The vertical take-off and landing-capable Harrier served in the U.K.'s Royal Air Force for five decades from 1969 to 2011. But why was it retired?
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How The Northrop T-38 Talon Jet Prepares Air Force Pilots For The Skies
When you have as many aircraft at your disposal as the U.S. Air Force, having a jet specifically dedicated to training new pilots is a necessity.
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Why The Lockheed P2V Neptune Aircraft Was Retired After Almost 40 Years In Service
When it first flew in 1945, the Lockheed P2V Neptune was designed for long-range, maritime patrol, and anti-submarine warfare.
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Why The Boulton Paul Defiant Is Such A Controversial WW2 Aircraft
While Britain's Boulton Paul Defiant frequently ranks in the bottom tiers of World War II warcraft, it did have a specific purpose and lived up to it well.
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Here's What Happens When A Device's Battery Erupts In Flames On A Plane
Lithium battery fires on planes can be scary, but flight crews have preparations on place to handle them.
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Why Italy's Fiat CR.42 Falco Jet Quickly Fell Behind In WW2
The biplane dominated during WWI, but the Fiat CR.42 Falco Jet was out of its league during the WWII.
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Why This WW2 German Fighter Jet Was Destined To Fail
Germany's Heinkel He 162 Volksjager (or the "People's Fighter") was the world's first operational single-engine jet fighter.
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10 Incredible Airshows Every Aviation Enthusiast Must See At Least Once
An airshow is a great opportunity to see some of the most advanced aircraft in the world demonstrate their incredible abilities. Here are 10 worth checking out.
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