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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.
Messerschmitt Bf 109(Me 109)
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The Messerschmitt Bf 109 is one of few fighters ever to be developed from a light-plane design. Willy Messerschmitt's angular little plane was built in greater numbers than any other fighter. Read how the Bf 109 has been so successful and long-lived.
How Airports Work
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Did you know that airports were once known as "flying fields" because planes took off and landed in large fields? Journey through the hidden world of airports in this article, but without the stress, nail-biting and packages of peanuts.
Saab Sports Cars
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Founded in 1937 to build aircraft, Saab turned its postwar attention to making reliable luxury and sports cars. Learn more about Saab sports cars.
Do airplanes routinely dump their fuel before landing?
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Why would a pilot ever want to eject an airplane's fuel intentionally? And why would it happen during a flight? Although it sounds alarming, a fuel dump is a safe procedure.
What is the future of supersonic flight?
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What is the future of supersonic flight? Learn more about the future of supersonic flight in this article.
How Helicopters Work
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Believe it or not, the marvel we know as the helicopter began as a Chinese top consisting of a shaft - a stick - adorned with feathers on one end.
How In-flight Mobile Phone Services Work
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Have you ever wanted to use your mobile phone during a flight? Learn how in-flight mobile phone services work at HowStuffWorks.
5 Flying Car Prototypes
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Could any of these 5 flying car prototypes become a regular-production reality? Take a look at these 5 flying car prototypes.
How Can Owls Fly Silently?
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Many people wonder how can owls fly silently. Check out this article to learn how owls can fly silently and the secret to an owls silent flight.