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Why would someone fly an airplane into a hurricane?
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Flying airplanes into hurricanes sounds like a movie stunt, but it's a legitimate way of getting weather data. Read about flying airplanes into hurricanes.
Watch Your Six: Military Jet Pictures
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This military jets image gallery shows some of the planes used by the U.S. Air Force. Take a flight through these military jet pictures.
Why am I not allowed to use my cell phone in airplanes or hospitals?
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Electromagnetic interference can create problems in some equipment in airplanes and hospitals. Learn about electromagnetic interference from cell phones.
Consolidated B-24 Liberator
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The Consolidated B-24 Liberator was the most prolific American plane of World War II. But the B-24 was not as attractive as the B-17 bomber, nor did it win the same popular regard from the public. Read the story and specifications of the B-24 bomber.
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.
Curtiss P-40 Warhawk
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The Curtiss P-40 Warhawk is one of the best-liked airplanes of World War II, tough and virtually trouble-free, though its performance was never quite up to that of its opponents. Read about this most important American fighter plane of 1942-1943.
1935-1940 Peugeot 402
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With its streamlined, airplane-inspired design, the 1935-1940 Peugeot 402 caused quite a sensation in Europe. Follow the story of the Peugeot 402.
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?
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.
Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird
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The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is considered the most effective reconnaissance aircraft in history. See specifications for this classic airplane.