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How F/A-18s Work
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F/A-18s are now the go-to jet for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The reason? They're plenty fast, they can carry a dizzying array of bombs and missiles, they have amazing onboard electronics and they can be reconfigured to accomplish a range of missions. Check out these amazing military machines.
If You're Born on a Plane, What's Your Nationality?
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Babies are born when they want to be, even on airplanes midflight over the ocean. When birth happens 30,000 feet in the air, citizenship - among other things - gets a little tricky.
How does stealth technology work?
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When an airplane is described as a "stealth" aircraft, what does that mean? What is "stealth technology" and how does it work?
Fast Facts on the Grounded Boeing 737 MAX 8
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The Boeing 737 first flew into the world a half century ago. Here's the scoop on Boeing's fastest-selling airplane.
Mitsubishi A6M Zero
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The successes of the Mitsubishi A6M Zero during the first six months of World War II stunned Western observers. Its dominance was frightening, but soon surpassed. Learn about the rise and fall of the A6M Zero, and its unique design specifications.
How Aerobatics Works
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Aerobatics in an airplane is an incredible display of skill and nerves. Learn about the history of aerobatics in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Junkers Ju 87 Stuka
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The name for the Junkers Ju 87 Stuka derived from Sturzkampfflugzeug, the generic German word for dive-bomber. So famous was the Junkers Ju 87 that the term Stuka came to be identified with it in Western eyes. Read the specs and uses for the Stuka.
What Is the Chemtrails Conspiracy Theory?
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It's hard to look up in the sky on a clear day and not see a "cloud" trailing from an airplane. They're called contrails, though some refer to them as "chemtrails" and have odd explanations for their existence.
How Blimps Work
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Blimps combine the simple buoyancy of a hot air balloon with the technology of an airplane. Learn all about these lighter-than-air vehicles.
Aviation Activities for Kids
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Aviation Activities for Kids stimulate curiosity about airplanes, basic physics, and more. Learn several aviation activities for summertime play.