On Friday, an F-22 Raptor fighter jet shot down a Continental spy balloon over South Carolina with an AIM-9X air-to-air missile from Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. The first actual combat record since the fighter plane entered service. One of the most powerful air superiority fighter jets launched the most advanced air-to-air missiles and shot… Continue reading Why was the F-22 Raptor never sold?
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Russia revealed the features of the Izdeliye RF engine designed for PAK DA bombers
The Izdelie RF engine will lift the wings of Russia’s PAK DA bomber while it is being designed with many outstanding features. Russia has designed and produced several prototypes of the Izdeliye RF engine to power its upcoming PAK DA bombers, the features of which are expected to be outstanding. The above-mentioned information was published… Continue reading Russia revealed the features of the Izdeliye RF engine designed for PAK DA bombers
Why is the F-111 Aardvark fighter called a ‘technological wonder’?
The American F-111 Aardvark fighter jet is said to have a “technological wonder” that greatly influenced subsequent designs. F-111 Aardvark tactical fighter/bomber when launched in 1964, introduced a completely new set of technology. The name “Aardvark” is even an indication of a advanced technology, a type of battle terrain tracking technology software, The F-111 was… Continue reading Why is the F-111 Aardvark fighter called a ‘technological wonder’?
What are the capabilities of the SR-71 Blackbird?
The Blackbird reconnaissance plane, formerly known as SR-71, has performed over 3,550 reconnaissance missions during its entire service period. It has visited important facilities in many countries, such as missile silos, radar positions, nuclear submarine bases. It can be said that the SR-71 has flown almost all countries considered hostile by the United States since… Continue reading What are the capabilities of the SR-71 Blackbird?
A F-35A of the USAF crashed at Hill Air Force Base, pilot ejected safely
A 5th-generation stealth Multi-role Fighter of the United States Air Force crashed at the north end of the runway at Hill Air Force Base. The pilot of the jet ejected safely. The pilot was later taken to a local medical center, where he was treated and released afterwards. The cause of the unfortunate incident is… Continue reading A F-35A of the USAF crashed at Hill Air Force Base, pilot ejected safely
Why the B-2 Spirit is so expensive and what type of technologies it carries?
The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit is an American-made heavy strategic stealth bomber, designed to penetrate enemy heavy anti-aircraft defenses. The B-2 was designed during the Cold War. The bomber is operated by the crew of 2. The Bomber flies at subsonic speed, and has capability to deliver both conventional and thermonuclear weapons. Although the B-2… Continue reading Why the B-2 Spirit is so expensive and what type of technologies it carries?
Meet these lesser-known but deadly american weapon systems that pose a huge threat to america’s enemies
There is no doubt in this statement that American-made weapon systems are the best in the world. From battle tanks to fighter aircrafts, to submarines, the USA makes the best weapon systems in the entire world. U. S. designed weapons are always of the state-of-the-art category. Also we have seen the domestic and international media… Continue reading Meet these lesser-known but deadly american weapon systems that pose a huge threat to america’s enemies
China may suppress the United States in the total numbers of fighter jets in the next 5 years
The United States is recognized by all countries in the world as the owner of the best airforce in the world. According to statistics from the British “International Flight” magazine, the size of the active fleet in the United States has reached as many as 13,232. Such a huge number of military aircrafts, this is… Continue reading China may suppress the United States in the total numbers of fighter jets in the next 5 years
Why the F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter was retired early by the USAF?
At present, our first impression of stealth fighters is often a few classic fighters such as the F-22 of the US military. Although these fighters are more beautiful, we should also pay attention to another fighter called the F-117, because it is the real originator of the stealth fighter. Its development and deployment paved the… Continue reading Why the F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter was retired early by the USAF?
B-21 Raider: After 33 years of long gap the world will see a new strategic stealth bomber in December
The B-21 Raider first bomber of 21st century and the US Air Force’s next stealth bomber, will be unveiled to the public for the first time in early December, Air Force acquisition chief Andrew Hunter said Tuesday. After 33 years of the huge gap, the world will finally see a new strategic bomber and stealth bomber in… Continue reading B-21 Raider: After 33 years of long gap the world will see a new strategic stealth bomber in December