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Ever wondered if you could buy your own fighter jet? Fancy being the Top Gun of the household? Well, wonder no more as we look at the practicalities of buying your own fighter jet and whether it’s even possible. The answer may surprise you… So can any civilian buy a fighter plane? The answer is […]

Taking a drone on a vacation is a great way to capture unique experiences, allowing travelers to take aerial footage as they hike, surf, or sightsee. Before packing a drone with the rest of the luggage, find out whether your drone is allowed on the plane or not. TLDR – There are no TSA regulations […]

At the height of the Cold War, the strategic reconnaissance aircraft was a convenient piece of equipment. In the days before spy satellites and drones, one of the only ways to know what your enemy was doing was to fly over and have a look.  But doing so was extremely dangerous. Several branches of the […]

Helicopters are used by every branch of the US military, including the army, marines, navy, air force, and coast guard. During the Vietnam War Era, different types of helicopters were crucial for providing support for ground forces, scouting locations, and deploying or retrieving soldiers.  The United States used a variety of types of helicopters throughout […]

Flying on a plane is not inexpensive, which leads many travelers to shop around for the best deal on flight tickets. Instead of booking early, some travelers wait until closer to the departure date in the hopes of getting a lower price closer to the departure date. Unfortunately, booking late may cost more. TLDR – […]

When a flight is completely booked ahead of the departure date, travelers may hope for additional flights to get added. Instead of anticipating the airline to add extra flights closer to departure date, travelers may want to consider booking a flight on an alternative date or with another airline. TLDR – Airlines may add flights […]

When a plane starts to shake and rattle mid-flight, most passengers become understandably scared. During those stressful moments you will likely wonder if turbulence could make the plane crash. However, turbulence is a common occurrence and rarely poses a threat. The chance of bad weather or turbulence causing a plane to crash is equal to […]

Helicopters use horizontally spinning rotors to generate lift and thrust, allowing them to fly vertically and hover. The rotors require power to spin, which comes from the engine. While turboshaft engines are the most common type of engine, light helicopters may have a piston engine. The earliest helicopter designs were concepts that relied on rubber […]

People associate the Navy with ships and submarines. However, the Navy relies on a wide range of vehicles, including aircraft. In fact, the Navy has more planes compared to ships. The US Navy has over 3,700 operational aircraft and just 290 combat vessels, such as warships. The Navy’s fleet of planes consists of many different […]

Traveling by private jet like a superstar is a dream for many of us. There is no doubt that private jets offer unmatched luxury and comfort. Flying private saves time as you’ll not have to queue anywhere. But do private jets also fly faster than commercial planes? TLDR – Private jets typically travel faster compared […]