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World War II brought the fastest advance in aviation ever seen. With the invention of the jet engine and rocket propulsion, planes became more powerful and pilots could reach speeds they had only imagined. But which of these brilliant warbirds takes the trophy for the fastest plane of WW2? Find out in the list below. […]
Vietnam saw some of the most famous fighter jets and dogfights in the history of modern warfare. These jets defined the conflict that defined a generation. The air war in Vietnam was as sprawling as it was vicious, leading to some of the worst destruction caused by aircraft in the 20th century. Battles were fierce, […]
There is no denying that reality TV is one of the biggest entertainment forces in the world today. While viewers are drawn to the drama and excitement, most of us understand that not everything we see on screen is real. Enter Airplane Repo, a Discovery Channel reality series that claimed to showcase repo agents taking […]
The quest for larger, more powerful aircraft engines has been a driving force in aviation history, pushing the boundaries of technology and engineering. These engines are not just marvels of mechanical ingenuity; they represent the heart of aviation, propelling humans faster and further than ever before. The journey of aircraft engine development is a tale […]
The merchant marine, also known as the merchant navy in some countries, plays a pivotal role in global trade and commerce, acting as the backbone of international shipping. This vast, unseen network ensures the seamless movement of goods across the globe, making it an essential component of the world economy. History of Merchant Marines The […]
For many military recruits, the term “peanut butter shot” evokes a blend of curiosity, anticipation, and apprehension. This notorious injection, administered during basic training, has become a rite of passage for service members across various branches of the U.S. military. Despite its informal moniker, the shot plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and […]
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In an era where private jets seem to be all the rage, you don’t necessarily have to own one to fly on one. Indeed, there are a number of ways to do this, the most popular of which being air charter. But unless you travel a lot, or work in aviation, you may be unsure as […]
Aerial firefighting plays a crucial role in helping ground crews combat the most dangerous and violent wildfires. On more than one occasion, it has been the difference between successfully containing a wildfire and letting it endanger huge swathes of the population. Though indispensable now, throughout the history of aerial firefighting, it hasn’t always been so. […]
The story of the Spruce Goose is a part of aviation lore that everyone should know. Like the story of the ill-fated HMS Titanic, it’s a story of the problems with making something that holds the title of “world’s largest.” If you were alive in the mid-1940s, you would know the name Spruce Goose. It […]
