Graf Zeppelin: Germany's Unfinished Aircraft Carrier Of WWII
Before World War II, Hitler commissioned several aircraft carriers, starting with the Graf Zeppelin. But it was never even completed. This is why.
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F-35 Engine: The Incredible Turbofan Powering The World's Most Advanced Fighter Jet
The engine that powers the F-35 fighter jet has its roots as far back as the 1990s. We take a look at the turbofan and what it's capable of in today's fighters.
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Tom Cruise Owns More Than One Plane - Here Are The Coolest In His Fleet
Tom Cruise is an action star in real life. He does his own stunts, owns dozens of land vehicles, and he's got a collection of planes that he can pilot.
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Taylor Swift's Private Jet: Details About The $40m Dassault Falcon
Mega star Taylor Swift owns a custom private plane to get her around the world, and it's getting a lot of use on her current Eras tour. Find out what's inside.
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The 10 Most Expensive Military Aircraft Ever Built
The cutting edge technology carried by combat aircraft can lead to some staggering price tags. Here are the most expensive planes ever built by the military.
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The Incredible History Of The Bleriot XI: The World's Oldest Plane Still Flying
The Wright brothers may have been the first humans to take flight after the turn of the century, but the Bleriot XI is the world's oldest plane still flying.
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Top 10 Moments In Aviation History That Changed Flight Forever
The magic of seeing a machine in the sky has faded, however, flight's journey from idea to a part of everyday practice is remarkable.
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Top 10 WWII Fighter Aircraft, Ranked
The Second World War propelled innovation and demanded unheard-of manufacturing speed. These were the 10 best fighter jets produced by the Axis and the Allies.
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Why US Aircraft Carriers Are Extremely Hard To Sink
U.S. Aircraft carriers are some of the largest vehicles in the world. They are extremely well protected outside and in, and they're built to take a pounding.
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F-8 Supercritical Wing: NASA's Unconventional Aircraft That Changed Commercial Flight Forever
Rather than focusing on getting passengers from A to B as quickly as possible, airlines needed to figure out how to do it cheaply. NASA's F-8 helped.
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The US Air Force Is Getting A New Blended Wing Body Jet: Here's What We Know About It
The U.S. Air Force has announced a partnership with JetZero to produce a new jet that will greatly reduce aerodynamic drag and thus require much less fuel.
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Here's What Happens To Planes That Land On The Wrong Aircraft Carrier
You might think it's very unlikely that a jet would land on the wrong aircraft carrier, and it is. When it happens, there's a specific punishment prescribed.
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The 10 Most Iconic Airplanes In Aviation History, Ranked
Some aircraft rise above (quite literally) and have left an indelible mark on our collective psyche.
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The Important Reasons Aircraft Need To Be Washed So Often
You may have noticed workers at the airport scrubbing down airplanes before arriving at the gate. Here's why they wash planes so frequently.
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LEGO's New Concorde Set Has Some Surprises For Aviation Fans
LEGO has released an ode to a classic piece of aviation technology, renowned for its supersonic technology: The Concorde.
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The Science Behind Stealth Technology In Military Aircraft: How It Actually Works
Avoiding detection by radar has become a necessity for modern military aircraft. Here is how the science behind stealth technology actually works.
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X-4 Bantam: NASA's Futuristic Jet Designed To Explore Transonic Speeds
The X-4 Bantam was developed by Northrop in the late 1940s for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics.
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AD-1: The Strange NASA Aircraft With A Pivoting Wing
While we usually think of NASA working on space stuff, aeronautics are also part of their name. Take the AD-1, a NASA-developed plane with a movable wing.
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Why Hundreds Of Jet Engines Are Being Recalled (And What It Means For Travelers)
Fortunately there have been no accidents reported, but the jet engines will still need to be inspected.
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Diesel Vs. Nuclear Aircraft Carriers: The Biggest Advantages Of Each
Aircraft carriers are among the largest vehicles in the world, and those who commission them must decide on what kind of power source will fuel them.
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8 Of The Best Private Jet Manufacturers From Around The World
Private jets come at a steep cost but offer the benefits of privacy, luxury, and the complete avoidance of airport-related travel headaches,
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The Reason Why British Aircraft Carriers Have Two Islands
Modern British aircraft carriers look a bit different. They have two large structures on top instead of just one. Why is that, and how is it beneficial?
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Skystreak: An Early NASA Research Plane That Set Two World Speed Records
NASA's Skystreak was intended, essentially, to hit speeds faster than any other aircraft had gone before.
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Why This U.S. Aircraft Carrier Was Sold For Only 1 Cent
Despite its incredible history over decades of service, this U.S. Navy aircraft carrier was sold for a single cent.
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The Sky's The Limit: 9 Celebrities Who Know How To Fly A Plane
While many wealthy celebrities fly around via private charter or own their own jet, only a select few are actually capable of flying themselves.
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Every VTOL Fighter Jet Ranked From Worst To Best
Aircraft capable of vertical takeoff and landing aren't unusual in the civilian world, but are far more of a rarity when it comes to fighter jet fleets.
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Beware Of This New Airline Customer Support Scam That's Fooling Travelers
Scammers are always trying out new ways to trick victims into handing over their money. In this case, the scam targets air travelers and Google listings.
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