Military Aviation

Explore the world of military aviation with stories about fighters and transport aircraft.

The SR-71 used the JP-7 fuel

Powering the Beast: The SR-71 Blackbird's Fuel of Choice

The SR-71 Blackbird, a supersonic reconnaissance aircraft, employed a special fuel called JP-7, which was designed to withstand the extreme temperatures generated during high-speed flights. Learn more about the unique fuel used by this iconic aircraft.

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Military Aviation
The F-22 has two Pratt & Whitney F119 engines

What Engine Does the F-22 Raptor Use?

The F-22 Raptor uses two Pratt & Whitney F119-PW-100 turbofan engines, providing high thrust levels. Learn more about the powerful engines of the F-22 Raptor here.

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Military Aviation
A Boeing B-52H Stratofortress

How Many B-52 Bombers Were Built? Here's the Complete Count

Discover the total number of Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bombers constructed throughout history. Explore the impressive legacy of this iconic aircraft.

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Military Aviation
Discover the F-16 cost

How Much Does an F-16 Fighter Jet Really Cost?

Discover the cost of the F16 fighter jet. Get all the details you need to know about this powerful aircraft.

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Military Aviation

Can an F-16 Land on an Aircraft Carrier?

While the F-16 is a highly capable fighter jet, it is not designed to land on an aircraft carrier. We explore the reasons why F-16s are not suitable for carrier landings and the specific challenges involved in such operations.

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Military Aviation
What is the F-16's top speed?

How Fast Is the F-16?

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a high-performance fighter jet known for its speed and agility. Learn more about the top speed of the F-16 in this article.

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Military Aviation
learn how many x-15s were built

How Many X-15s Were Built?

The North American X-15 experimental rocket-powered aircraft were used for high-speed and high-altitude research flights in the 1950s and 1960s. But how many were made?

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Military Aviation
learn about the first boeing aircraft

The First Boeing Aircraft: A Look Back In Time

Discover the story of the first Boeing aircraft, from its inception as a simple seaplane to Boeing's later commercial success. Get to know the history of the first Boeing airplane.

Tobias Holm
Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation