5 Fighter Jets That Can Hold Their Own Against The F-16
Over a half century after the inception of the General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon, it remains a world standard other fighters struggle to match.
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Why Private Companies Buy Old Fighter Jets To 'Fight' Modern Air Forces
It doesn't seem legal, but the military isn't the only organization with operational fighter jets. There are private companies with them, too.
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Can A Helicopter Take Down A Fighter Jet?
Helicopters are used for medical evacuation, delivering supplies, and ground attacks. When they encounter a fighter jet in the sky, can they take it down?
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Why Fighter Jet Pilots Need To Wear Oxygen Masks
On commercial flights, oxygen masks are only used during emergencies, but fighter pilots don them anytime they're in the air -- and for good reason.
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5 Of The Fastest Spitfire Versions, Ranked By Top Speed
The Supermarine Spitfire was one of the primary warplane lines for the RAF during the World War II. They weren't are all speed demons, but some got pretty fast.
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What Does The Inside Of An F-15 Eagle Fighter Jet Look Like?
Pilots trained to fly the F-15 Eagle have lots of different toggles and screens to manage when in flight, requiring extensive military flight training.
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5 Private Jets With Military Variants That Fly Air Force Missions
While the civil and military aviation realms are indeed different on paper, there have been occasions where the two intersected.
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Why Did Lockheed Martin Stop Making Commercial Planes?
Lockheed Martin is well known for its advanced fighter jets and military systems, but at one point it developed civilian airplanes, as well. What happened?
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How Fast Can A Fighter Jet Fly Across The Entire United States?
It's no secret that fighter jets can reach some incredible speeds, but how fast could one soar from one coast of the United States to the other?
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Why Did The US Air Force Retire The SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird was the world's fastest jet, with the ability to fly at Mach 3.3, or 2,193.2 mph. However, it was retired in 1997 by the U.S. Air Force.
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Why Are Almost All Military Ships & Aircraft Painted Gray?
Ever noticed how most military ships and aircraft wear the same gray paint? It's not just for looks -- the shade actually serves a crucial function.
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What Is The Western Equivalent Of China's J-16 Fighter Jet?
China's Shenyang J-16 is a multirole aircraft equipped to engage in both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat. We reveal its closest Western equivalent.
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What Engines Do F-15 Jet Fighters Use & How Powerful Are They?
The engines that power fighter jets are no joke, but what powerplant acts as the beating heart of a F-15 and what kind of is it actually capable of?
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Why The F-35 Canopy Closes From The Front
Unlike just about every other fighter jet in the United States arsenal, the F-35 Lightning II's canopy hinges at the front of the aircraft rather than the rear.
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The Surprising Requirement The B-2 Spirit Needs To Stay Stealthy
While stealth fighters are always getting advancements in technology to help them remain undetected, the B-2 Spirit requires a particular accommodation.
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Why Fighter Jets Fly Over Some Military Funerals (And Why One Is Higher Than The Rest)
The military has a regulation for everything, including how funerals are handled. These regulations include the formation aircraft fly in over a funeral.
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Why The US Army's New Helicopter Is Expected To Be So Revolutionary
The legendary Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk is nearing the end of its service life. Its replacement is expected to revolutionize military aviation.
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When Will The Boeing F-47 Fighter Jet Enter Service?
We know that Boeing is already designing the next generation of fighter jets for the United States, but when are these aircraft expected to enter service?
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Some Countries Are Buying Used Fighter Jets For Their Air Forces, Here's Why
Defense contractors are always developing cutting-edge aircraft to help protect a nation's borders, but sometimes a country can't afford the newest product.
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What Was 'Flying The Hump' In WW2?
When Japanese forces seized Burma (now Myanmar) in WW2, it cut off a crucial Allied supply route. In response, the U.S. Army Air Force took to the skies.
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Taylor Swift's Private Jet: Details About The $40m Dassault Falcon
Taylor Swift owns a custom private jet to get her around the world, and it has gotten a lot of use on her Eras tour. Find out what's inside.
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How Airlines Choose Which Commercial Jets To Fly
Ever wonder why your flight is on one jet and not another? Airlines spend hours crunching numbers and logistics to make that choice. Here’s what drives it.
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Empty-Leg Flights: How To Find A Cheap Private Jet Getaway
Flying on a private jet might seem like something that is completely inaccessible. However, empty-leg flights offer a cheaper way to fly private.
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Can A B-2 Bomber Land On An Aircraft Carrier?
The B-2 bomber may be able to fly huge distances without refueling, but could it ever land on an aircraft carrier for a mid-mission resupply?
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Why Explosives Are Used To Start A B-52's Engines In An Emergency
The B-52 Stratofortress is one of the most legendary bomber jets in the United States' fleet. In emergencies, its crews use explosives to start it up.
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Which Aircraft Carrier Launched The Largest Airstrike In History?
No amount of military knowledge can prepare you for what the largest airstrike in history might look like. The most surprising fact is how recently it happened.
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These Are The Only Countries That Don't Have Airports
Surprising as it sounds, there are still some countries in the world without a single airport. Find out what they are and why they remain airport-free.
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