Skystreak: An Early NASA Research Plane That Set Two World Speed Records
NASA's Skystreak was intended, essentially, to hit speeds faster than any other aircraft had gone before.
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Why This U.S. Aircraft Carrier Was Sold For Only 1 Cent
Despite its incredible history over decades of service, this U.S. Navy aircraft carrier was sold for a single cent.
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Every VTOL Fighter Jet Ranked From Worst To Best
Aircraft capable of vertical takeoff and landing aren't unusual in the civilian world, but are far more of a rarity when it comes to fighter jet fleets.
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Beware Of This New Airline Customer Support Scam That's Fooling Travelers
Scammers are always trying out new ways to trick victims into handing over their money. In this case, the scam targets air travelers and Google listings.
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8 Revolutionary Engines That Changed Aviation Forever
Aviation has evolved rapidly since the days of the Wright brothers, with modern engines capable of trans-continental and outer space flight.
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Yak-28: A Versatile Turbojet Aircraft Of The Cold War
The Yak-28 was a turbojet that could wear many hats and it wore a lot of them when tensions were high during the Cold War. Here's everything we know.
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Su-47: The Coolest Fighter Jet Russia Didn't Build
The Su-47 was an ambitious project by the Soviet Union that would deliver a highly maneuverable fighter jet to the Russian Air Force. Here's what we know.
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Incredible Features Of The Saab Jas 39 Gripen: Sweden's Greatest Fighter Jet
The Jas 39 Gripen came about as a result of Sweden's Bas 90 program from the 1970s which sought to protect the fleet from Cold War conflicts.
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Every Fighter Jet Featured In Top Gun, Ranked Worst To Best
The "Top Gun" franchise is a global legend, not least due to its thrilling air combat. Here is every fighter jet featured in Top Gun, ranked from worst to best.
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NASA's X-57 Electric Plane Will Never Fly
The project is set to wrap in September 2023, but NASA claims that the finalization of "flight operations" won't include X-57's first flight.
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10 Military Aircraft That Are Way More Dangerous Than They Look
Throughout history, military aircraft have evolved to meet the demands of warfare. But some military aircraft have proven far more dangerous than the rest.
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The 10 Oldest Aircraft That Are Still In Service Today
Aircraft have a much longer lifespan than many other vehicles, and some have been in service for a long time. Here are 10 of the longest-flying planes.
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The Story Behind The Original MiG Soviet Fighter Plane
The Mikoyan-Gurevich known as the MiG-3 was a Soviet Union-era warplane manufactured during World War II.
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This Is The X-66A: NASA's Next Highly-Experimental X-Plane
NASA unveiled a new experimental and highly efficient airplane that it's developing to help reduce carbon emissions worldwide. Here's what you need to know.
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Here's What Makes The GE90 Jet Engine So Incredible
Upon developing the GE90 jet engine, General Electric became instrumental in pushing forward the technology that allows for modern, efficient air travel.
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Teases Aviation Careers In Impressive Reveal Trailer
Microsoft Flight Simulator is coming next year, and it's teasing aviation careers, which is an oft-requested addition to the game. We have all the details.
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10 Legendary U.S. Military Aircraft That Were Retired Too Soon
Over the past 100 years, military aircraft have played an important role in combat. Here are 10 legendary U.S. military aircraft that were retired too soon.
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EA-6B Prowler: The Electronic Warfare Aircraft That Never Ceased To Impress
The EA-6B Prowler became an essential aircraft needed for combat flight missions. Here is everything you need to know about this impressive aircraft.
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Why The World's First Jet Airliner Was A Failure (But Still Revolutionary)
Before Boeing and Douglas, the 'Comet' was the first jet-fueled airliner to carry passengers, but its trailblazing was not without some significant failures.
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This Jet-Powered Soviet Airliner Had A Unique (But Dangerous) Design
The Tupolev TU-104 was particularly dangerous when going in for fast landings without conventional brakes.
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Here's How Much It Costs To Own A Private Jet
Every private jet user's situation and needs are different, so the cost will come down to taste.
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Viral Video Shows U.S. Navy Weapon System Targeting A Civilian Plane, Here's What Happened
A viral video seemingly showed a U.S. military anti-aircraft gun aiming at a civilian passenger plane, but luckily, the plane was never under any threat.
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This '60s British Turboprop Plane Is So Good, It's Still In Service Today
Avro pursued the 748, a medium sized "feederliner" to transport passengers on short hops from small regional airports to larger operating hubs.
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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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