Drone Company DJI Isn't Leaving This Pentagon Watch-List Anytime Soon, And Here's Why
Why can’t DJI shake off its Pentagon watch-list label? A recent court decision reveals how deep the concerns over its military ties really run.
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How Many Engines Does Air Force One Have And Who Makes Them?
Air Force One aircraft are designed to move as swiftly and as long as possible, meaning its General Electric jet engines are designed with durability in mind.
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The US Military's C-17 And C-5 Cargo Planes Are In Store For An All-In-One Replacement
The C-17 Globemaster and C-5 Galaxy are two iconic cargo planes currently serving in the United States military, transporting troops and equipment worldwide.
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5 Of The Most Important Military Aircraft Made By Boeing
Boeing may be best known by the general public for passenger jets like the 747, but it also has a long history of developing important military aircraft too.
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Who Owns General Dynamics Today? A Look At The Defense Company's History
Over the past 120 years or so, General Dynamics has become one of the biggest names in the world of defense and military equipment. Who owns the company today?
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This Canadian Pilot Team Could Save 2025's SF Fleet Week
With San Francisco's Fleet Week well underway, there has been some concern about who would headline the air show with the U.S. government shut down. Oh, Canada!
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5 Of The Newest Russian Fighter Jets In Its Fleet
Russia’s newest fighter jets show how its Cold War legacy still shapes modern airpower, combining proven designs with updated tech and stealth features.
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Why You (Probably) Won't See The Blue Angels At This Year's SF Fleet Week
San Francisco’s iconic Fleet Week might look a little different this year — and one major crowd favorite could be missing from the skies. Find out why.
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Why Aircraft Carrier Islands Are Almost Always On The Right
Spotting an aircraft carrier is easy thanks to its island superstructure, but why is it almost always on the right side? The answer lies in aviation physics.
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How Many Planes Can An Aircraft Carrier Launch Per Minute?
At first look, it may seem that an aircraft carrier is unorganized, but don't be fooled, as planes can be launched at a rapid rate per minute.
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Why The U.S. Military Can't Replace Its Aging C-17 Globemaster Just Yet
The USAF utilizes many cargo planes, but few measure up to the C-17 Globemaster's capabilities. There are larger, but it's not just about its payload capacity.
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The USS George Washington Isn't Even Stationed In The US - Here's Where You'd Have To Go To See It
Most of the U.S. Navy's aircraft carriers are stationed in the United States, but the USS George Washington lives on the other side of the world.
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Who Made The Mirage 2000 Fighter Jet And Where Was It Manufactured?
While the United States is known for its many fighter jets, the country's allies have made some equally capable fighter jets, including the Mirage 2000.
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Why Aren't British Aircraft Carriers Nuclear Powered?
Every single United States aircraft carrier is powered by a nuclear reactor, but its ally across the pond opted for a different fuel source.
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Why The US Navy Continues To Launch Ballistic Missiles From Nuclear Submarines
United States military submarines are a crucial component to the country's nuclear triad, wielding the ability to launch nuclear ballistic missiles from sea.
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How America's Advanced Aircraft Carriers Compare To The Rest Of NATO's Fleet
NATO fields several aircraft carriers, but how do Britain’s, France’s, and others truly measure up against America’s massive nuclear-powered fleet?
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This Is The Only F35 Variant That's Nuclear Capable: Here's What Makes It Different
The F-35 Lightning II has three variants catered to fit very specific needs for different militaries and branches, but only one of them can carry nuclear bombs.
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The US Military's New Cargo Plane Has 12 Times More Space Than A C-17
A new plane designed by a company called Radia has a ton of capacity and can carry just about anything the military needs. Here's what you need to know.
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12 Of The Most Complicated Engines Ever Made
From Bugatti’s W16 to Saab’s variable compression, these engines redefined performance with brilliant, complex, and sometimes disastrous results.
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F-35 Pilot Explains Why Fighter Jets Can't Turn At Fast Speeds
The F-35 may be slower than older jets, but there’s a good reason why speed isn’t the secret to winning in the skies. A pilot explains the physics behind it.
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Australia's Apollo Laser Can Take Down 200 Drones Using Its Own Power Source
Like many other sections of the tech industry, military tech affordability allows systems like the EOS to enhance drone deterrence without spending a fortune.
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Jimmy Buffett's Famous Plane Is Open For Fans - Here's Where To See It
Jimmy Buffett was widely known for his music, but he also had a pilot's license and a small collection of private airplanes, with one on display for tourists.
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This Clever Design Made Boeing's YC-14 The King Of Short Runways
The Boeing YC-14 is one of the most bizarre planes to have ever been built, but the unique design made it one of the best planes to have on a short runway.
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Can A Submarine Outrun A Torpedo? How Their Top Speeds Compare
Generally speaking, a submarine cannot typically outrun an enemy torpedo outright, but submarines do use speed in other ways to avoid fatal hits.
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Russia Now Has Jet-Powered Attack Drones Immune To Electronic Warfare
Jet propulsion drones, similar to the Shahed ones used in Iran, are being deployed by Russia against Ukraine. However, Ukraine may already have an answer.
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The US Army Is Using Soldiers As 'Walking Blood Banks' Like They Did In WWI
The U.S. Army is reviving a 20th-century tactic by using Type O soldiers as “walking blood banks”. How does this system save lives in modern combat?
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Which Countries Use Chinese Fighter Jets?
No longer a nation that exclusively imports, China has become a leading fighter jet exporter in the world, rivaling the United States and Russia.
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