Taylor Swift's Private Jet: Details About The $40m Dassault Falcon
Taylor Swift owns a custom private jet to get her around the world, and it has gotten a lot of use on her Eras tour. Find out what's inside.
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How Airlines Choose Which Commercial Jets To Fly
Ever wonder why your flight is on one jet and not another? Airlines spend hours crunching numbers and logistics to make that choice. Here’s what drives it.
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The WWII German U-Boat That Was Sunk By A Malfunctioning Toilet
There are many ways that submarines can sink, but one German submarine during WWII may be the only one to ever sink because of a toilet. Here's the tale.
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Empty-Leg Flights: How To Find A Cheap Private Jet Getaway
Flying on a private jet might seem like something that is completely inaccessible. However, empty-leg flights offer a cheaper way to fly private.
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Can A B-2 Bomber Land On An Aircraft Carrier?
The B-2 bomber may be able to fly huge distances without refueling, but could it ever land on an aircraft carrier for a mid-mission resupply?
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Aircraft Carrier Alternatives: These Are The Navy's Best Options
Aircraft carriers aren’t the only answer -- discover the Navy’s nimble, high-tech options that keep maritime power sharp and unpredictable.
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Why Explosives Are Used To Start A B-52's Engines In An Emergency
The B-52 Stratofortress is one of the most legendary bomber jets in the United States' fleet. In emergencies, its crews use explosives to start it up.
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What Makes American Aircraft Carriers So Notoriously Hard To Sink?
Aircraft carriers, especially American ones, are monstrous vessels, serving many purposes worldwide. If one were to be attacked, it wouldn't go down easily.
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Which Aircraft Carrier Launched The Largest Airstrike In History?
No amount of military knowledge can prepare you for what the largest airstrike in history might look like. The most surprising fact is how recently it happened.
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These Are The Only Countries That Don't Have Airports
Surprising as it sounds, there are still some countries in the world without a single airport. Find out what they are and why they remain airport-free.
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Yes, Airliners Can Be Converted Into Private Jets (But It'll Cost A Fortune)
Can a used airliner could make the ultimate private jet? Yes. If you’re ready for the price tag, hidden costs, and logistical headaches that come with it.
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Boeing 797: Everything That's Been Revealed About The 'New Midsize Aircraft'
Boeing's long-rumored midsize aircraft, the 797, has been in the making for years. Here's what we know about when it could finally hit the skies.
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Which UTV Brands Does The US Military Utilize & What Tasks Are They Used For?
The United States military uses UTVs for a plethora of operations, but the brands they get them from aren't the typical military manufacturers.
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How Big Is The Crew On A B-52 Bomber?
The B-52 Stratofortress is one of the greatest assets the United States Air Force has in its arsenal. Its crew is bigger than that of many other jet bombers.
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13 Countries That Make Their Own Fighter Jets
There are a wide array of different countries that make their own fighter jets, but these are 13 of the most notable.
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The Strange Aircraft Carrier Ritual Involving Boots And A Catapult
Among the many unique traditions that have become custom on aircraft carriers over the decades is a strange one involving boots and a catapult.
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The 5 Most Important Allied Tanks In WW2 History
German Tiger tanks are famed for size, power, and armor, but British, American, and Soviet tanks took the fight to the Third Reich — and won.
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Do US Military Humvees Use Diesel Engines?
You might be surprised to hear how the U.S. military keeps this ground combat vehicle fueled in the field.
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Why Crew Members Have To Walk & Scan An Aircraft Carrier Before Flight Ops
There are many responsibilities involved with being on an aircraft carrier, including walking and scanning the area before flight ops. Here's why.
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Who Was Nimitz & Why Is An American Aircraft Carrier Named After Him?
The USS Nimitz is an impressive vessel, but the man it was named after is an equally distinguished figure who left behind a defining legacy.
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This Modern Innovation Can Save Tank Crew Members If An M1 Abrams Explodes
Tanks are magnificent machines that offer tons of protection for their occupants, though it's not just armor that keeps them safe. There are new advancements.
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All About Pakistan's JF-17 Thunder Jet: Top Speed, Combat Capabilities, & More
Pakistan's JF-17 fighter jet has received a Block III upgrade, making it a 4.5-generation fighter and putting it on even footing with other fighters in the sky.
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How Jet Engine Output Is Measured (No, It's Not By Horsepower)
How do you measure the power of a jet engine if not in horsepower? The real metric might surprise you and it explains why planes fly the way they do.
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Why Do Some Fighter Jets Have Zig-Zag Lines On The Canopy?
Ever noticed zig-zag lines across a fighter jet’s canopy? They’re not for decoration; their purpose is far more dramatic and lifesaving.
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Who Designed The Harrier Jump Jet & Where Was The Legendary Fighter Made?
The AV-8 Harrier jump jet became the first VSTOL fighter jet that the Royal Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps used for decades, paving the way for the F-35B.
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Who Builds China's Aircraft Carriers? (And Are They Constructing New Ones?)
China has expanded its carrier fleet rapidly over the past decade and now counts three under its command. Where are these coming from, and are more on the way?
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Why The Apache's Capabilities Also Make It One Of The Hardest Military Helicopters To Fly
The AH-64 Apache is one of the most deadly aircraft used by the U.S. military. These capabilities, however, also pose a challenge to pilots.
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