4 Alternative Uses For Your Swiss Army Knife's Toothpick Slot
One of the best things about the Swiss Army Knife is that you can use the same tool in so many ways.
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Can You Put Jet Fuel In A Diesel Engine? (And What Happens If You Do?)
It's the stuff of fantasy: jet fuel making a dieselvehicle tak e off like, well, a jet. But what really happens if you put jet fuel in your diesel's tank?
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Were Jet-Powered Seaplanes Ever Built?
Seaplanes and jet-powered airplanes seem to come from two different, mutually exclusive worlds. So were any jet-powered seaplanes ever built?
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Though A Disaster Right Now, The US Military's B-52J Will Be An Impressive Bomber
Delays continue to plague the development of the Stratofortress' successor, but once it does enter service, the Boeing B-52J has a lot of potential.
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These Are The Absolute Worst Seats On A Plane
Flying is the safest way to travel, but it may also be the most stressful. Here's how to ease some of that stress by avoiding a plane's worst seats.
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Why Isn't There A Mach 2 Bomber Jet In The U.S. Air Force?
It seems like a no-brainer -- the faster the plane, the better for the U.S. But even though the speed could be attainable, America has no Mach 2 bombers.
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What Does 'Roger' Mean In Military Aviation And Why Do Pilots Say It?
The term "Roger" isn't just a name but a popular piece of aviation lore, and this is what it means and where it came from.
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Everything To Know About Aircraft Engine Maker DeltaHawk
DeltaHawk is ready to release three new engines that cut emissions by as much as 40%. The Wisconsin-based company is using SAF to fuel these engines.
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Why Is The MiG-29 Fighter Jet Called The Fulcrum?
Is the Russian military enamored of the ancient principles of fulcrum and lever, or is there some other reason the MiG-29 has the name Fulcrum?
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The Tragic Story Of Japan's Rocket-Powered Kamikaze Plane From World War II
The kamikaze suicide plane was a last-ditch effort to stave off defeat by a desperate Japan. But its fatal flaw doomed its pilots more surely than its targets.
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The Jet Fighter So Advanced That US Law Bans It From Being Exported
Although the top U.S. military contractors export tech to foreign countries, there's one plane so advanced that the government banned its sale.
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F22 Raptor Top Speed: How Fast Is The Fighter Jet?
The F-22 Raptor has the afterburners to get to amazing speeds. Just how fast can the world's first operational fifth-generaton fighter jet go?
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Every Strategic Jet Bomber Still In-Service Today
Strategic jet bombers are used to deliver nuclear and conventional ordnance to all parts of the world. These are the ones operating right now.
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Did Helen Keller Fly A Plane To Paris? Yes - And Here's How She Did It
Helen Keller did some amazing things regardless of her hearing and vision impairments, but it may surprise you to learn she also flew a plane.
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Why Do Some Military Aircraft Have A Shark Painted On Them?
The fierce shark teeth on some warplanes have their roots in World Wars I and II, and they continue on today. Here's why these planes use this pointed message.
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The German Navy Is Testing A New Unmanned Underwater Drone
Drone warfare has been a predominant feature on recent battlefields, and Germany is now extending it to the seas with its unmanned submarine.
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How Much Does A HondaJet Elite II Cost & When Did Honda Get Into Building Aircraft?
While less well-known than its automobiles or motorcycles, Honda's innovative airplanes are bestsellers in their class. And they haven't been around long.
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Here's What Makes The US Navy's New Doomsday Plane So Special
The United States Navy's latest Doomsday Plane is based on an iconic military airplane, but its features and platform might actually surprise you.
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4 Of The Worst Military Helicopters Of All Time
Not every military helicopter has the best safety record, but they're still flown and kept in service sometimes.
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Where Was The Legendary Harrier Jump Jet Made And Who Made It?
The Royal Air Force was the first to operate the aircraft, and the U.S Marine Corps deployed it too.
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Why Is The American Flag Backwards On Military Uniforms?
If you've ever seen a soldier in uniform, you may have noticed that the flag on their uniform appears to be backwards, but that's not the case.
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Which Military Helicopters Were Used In Black Hawk Down?
Beyond the Black Hawk helicopter, there was lots of military hardware in the movie "Black Hawk Down" -- some of the deadliest stuff in Uncle Sam's arsenal.
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This American Pickers Rocket Car Had A Real Jet Engine
The crew on American Pickers has found some surprising gems while hunting for treasure, but one such adventure turned up a genuine rocket car.
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The Reason Why Military Aircraft And Ships Are Painted Gray
Militaries around the world employ all sorts of camouflage patterns in warfare, but for aircraft and naval ships, most use similar shades of gray for a reason.
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5 Of The Worst Aircraft Carriers Of All Time
Aircraft carriers are the backbone of navies across the globe, but not all of them are created equal. These five are the worst of all time.
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Which Aircraft Use GE And Honda's HF120 Jet Engine?
Two decades ago, Honda and GE joined forces to form GE Honda Aero systems, and so the HF120 engine was born.
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Why The T-6 Texan II Is Becoming A Leading Military Training Aircraft
The T-6 Texan II isn't an advanced military stealth jet, but it is one of the most popular planes for training in militaries across the globe.
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