How Long Does The Average Boeing Plane Stay In Service?
Flying technology rapidly changes as the industry races to incorporate new technology, but how long does the average Boeing plane stay in service?
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Stories By Bob Sharp
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The World's First Jetson Personal Aerial Vehicle Race Certainly Looked Like Something From A Sci-Fi Cartoon
At an exclusive summit in Arkansas, sleek new aircrafts raced through the sky like something out of The Jetsons. Could this be the dawn of real personal flight?
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What Does Running Out Of Gas Actually Do To Your Car's Engine?
No one likes the fuel warning light, but running out of fuel can actually cause serious damage to your engine, from knock to damaged catalytic converters.
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The World's Biggest Solid-Propellant Rocket Has Successfully Launched For A Second Time
Chinese aerospace company Orienspace is now two for two when it comes to launching the largest solid-propellant rocket in the world, the Gravity-1.
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Colombia Is Seeking To Modernize Its Air Force With These Jets And Weapons
Colombia's air force has been flying Israeli Kfir jets since the 1970s, but recently struck a major deal to update its fighter fleet and weaponry.
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This Network-Enabled Smart Weapon Is One Step Closer To Action After Hitting Key Milestone
Precision-guided weapons, such as missiles or rockets, can be wildly inaccurate when subjected to GPS jamming by opposition forces
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DeWalt Batteries Dying Too Fast? This Could Be Why
If your DeWalt batteries keep losing power faster than expected, you may be unknowingly causing the problem. Find out what might be draining them.
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Hanwha's Deep Strike Missile System To Get Anti-Jamming GPS Upgrade For NATO
Precision weapons rely on electronics and GPS capabilities to stay on course, but electronic jamming can send the, off-course.
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How A $100M Submarine 'Sank' A $6B US Nuclear Supercarrier
A quiet Swedish submarine embarrassed the U.S. Navy’s most formidable ship — and revealed why old-school diesel power still has a place in modern warfare.
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This Is The Most Difficult US Navy Jet To Land On An Aircraft Carrier, According To Aviators
Landing a plane on an aircraft carrier is hard, especially if you're flying the jet aviators have declared the most difficult to set down on a carrier.
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What Aircraft Could Replace The Navy's T-45 Goshawk Jet Trainer?
The U.S. Navy plans to replace its long-lived T-45 Goshawk trainer with a newer model. Here's a quick rundown of some of the planes in contention for the honor.
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Can You Use Premium Gas In A Leaf Blower? Here's What Happens If You Do
You’ve heard premium gas boosts performance, but is it true for your leaf blower? Explore the science and find out if you’re wasting money or gaining power.
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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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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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Electrical Devices Are A No-Go For Horse Racing (Unless You Want A 10-Year Ban)
Electrical devices meant to influence a horse’s speed are banned in racing. One trainer’s 10-year suspension shows how seriously the sport enforces this rule.
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New Recycling Method Helps Researchers Recover 99% Pure Lithium From Used EV Batteries
Lithium-ion battery waste is a huge concern for the future, but researchers have found a recycling method capable of extracting 99% pure lithium.
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Why Airbus Builds Commercial Jets In China
We often think of Chinese manufacturing as a way to cut costs, but that's not necessarily the motivation behind Airbus' Chinese-market efforts.
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What Is 'Title Jumping' And Why Is It Illegal In Every State?
Selling a car without transferring the title may sound harmless, but it’s called title jumping and it’s a crime with risks for buyers and sellers.
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UK Deploys RAF Typhoon Fighter Jets To Defend Poland From Russian Drones
Rising drone incursions into Polish airspace have sparked a new NATO mission, with the UK stepping in to bolster European defense efforts.
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Here's What To Know About The SpaceX Launch For Nusantara Lima Mission
SpaceX has added another successful Falcon 9 satellite launch to its tally with the Nusantara Lima mission on September 11, 2025. Here's what went down.
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The Future Of Nuclear Reactors Is Making Its Way To The US
Nuclear energy hasn't been popular in the U.S. for decades, and very little infrastructure has been built as a result. New technologies might change that.
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Why The Air Force's B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber Is So Special Compared To Other Jets
The Air Force’s newest stealth bomber looks like the B-2, but major differences set it apart. Discover why the B-21 Raider may change modern airpower.
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Airplane Tech Actually Powered Kawasaki's Very First Motorcycle - Here's How
Motorcycles and airplanes may not share a lot at first glance, but Kawasaki's first bike shows that there's more in common than meets the eye.
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Here's How Air Force Special Ops Troops Practice Seizing An Airfield
Controlling airfields and airports is vital during wartime, so Air Force and Air National Guard troops practice assaulting them by air and sea.
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How Serious Are Those 'Speed Enforced By Aircraft' Signs, Really?
“Speed Enforced by Aircraft” signs aren’t just for show — some states do use planes to catch speeders. But how widespread is it really and how does it work?
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What Are Those Little Cameras Above Traffic Lights Actually For?
While most traffic light cameras simply measure traffic and help time the lights, some modern additions are used for more sinister purposes.
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E-4B Nightwatch Interior: What Does The Inside Of The Doomsday Plane Look Like?
The E-4B Nightwatch is also known as the Doomsday plane and it's designed to carry our leaders through the most extreme circumstances. Here's what's inside.
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