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The Hypersonic Brick Combatant?

Post author:Haidar M Hussain - Editorial
Post published:March 1, 2023
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While the F-4 was officially retired from active U.S.U.S. Air Force duty in 1996, many Phantom IIs of various varieties may still be seen in museums worldwide. F-4 Phantom. Image…

The SR-71 Blackbird Avoided 4,000 Shots

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Post published:March 1, 2023
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Although no SR-71 was lost to enemy fire, the fast Blackbird was eventually grounded due to political bickering and a lack of finances. SR-71 spy plane. Image Credit: Creative Commons.…

Do We Finally Have A New, 6th-Generation Fighter With Hypersonic Armament?

Post author:Haidar M Hussain - Editorial
Post published:March 1, 2023
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The development of the Tempest was the subject of a $347 million agreement last year. Sri Lanka, Sweden, and Indian governments are discussing joining forces. Artist Rendering of Tempest Fighter.…

The F-14 Tomcat Nearly Died Due To A Defect

Post author:Haidar M Hussain - Editorial
Post published:March 1, 2023
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The TF30 engine in the F-14, according to Secretary of the Navy John F. Lehman Jr., "is certainly the worst engine-aircraft mismatch we have had in many years." Right rear…

The World’s Finest Conventional Fighter Aircraft

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Post published:March 1, 2023
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In 1979, McDonnell Douglas (later renamed Boeing) produced the original F-18 Super Hornet. The F/A-18A Hornet has become a cornerstone of the Navy's fighter fleet, despite the service initially rejecting…

Perhaps The Last American Stealth Fighter Ever Built

Post author:Haidar M Hussain - Editorial
Post published:February 28, 2023
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The next-generation anti-access/area-denial (NGAD) programme produces a formidable new United States Air Force stealth fighter. But this stealth aircraft may be the last American jet of its kind. NGAD. Image…

“Mach 10” From Top Gun Is All About Maverick. That Aircraft You Saw Was Authentic

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Post published:February 28, 2023
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If enough people are interested in the SR-72 Darkstar, the federal government may pay for it. SR-72 Artist Rendering. Image Credit: Creative Commons. The new SR-72 Darkstar spy jet mockup…

Currently Known Information, Version 2001

Post author:Haidar M Hussain - Editorial
Post published:February 28, 2023
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Northrop has created six B-21 prototypes or is currently working on them, with the first two sets to conduct ground tests and fly for the first time in 2019. B-21…

The Air Force Is Retiring 167 A-10 Warthogs But Will Keep The F-22 Raptor (For Now)

Post author:Haidar M Hussain - Editorial
Post published:February 28, 2023
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The House has voted against retiring the F-22 Raptor for now, but 21 A-10 Warthogs will be retired from service in 2019. A-10 Warthog. Image: Creative Commons. Efforts by the…

The First US Supersonic Bomber to Be Lethal

Post author:Haidar M Hussain - Editorial
Post published:February 28, 2023
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On January 1, 1970, the remaining B-58 was officially retired. Only eight of the original 116 B-58s are still flying. B-58 Hustler. Image Credit: US Air Force. The United States…

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