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What It’s Like Flying In A Military Transport Aircraft
Uncle Sam's no-frills flying experience.
The World’s Largest Air Forces By Annual Budget
A closer look at the world leaders in air power spending.
Breaking: US Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II Crashes Amid Search For Downed F-15 Eagle
The pilot was successfully rescued
The Striking Differences Between The F-35 & F-22
Both fighter jets represent two contrasting philosophies in modern airpower.
6 Military Aircraft With The Highest Operating Costs
The priciest warplanes in the sky in 2026.
The US Air Force Pilots With The Highest Salaries In 2026
Discover the highest-paid US Air Force pilots in 2026, including ranks, bonuses, and total salaries for top-earning military aviators.
At Top Speed, This Is How Fighter Jets Like The F-35 Perform
Fighter jets perform poorly at their theoretical max speeds which is why they almost never fly at those speeds.
The 6 Military Aircraft With The Longest Service Lives
A exploration of the world's most durable military planes.
How The Mass Production Of This Fighter Jet Keeps Its Price Down
With over a thousand F-35s built and thousands more on order, the F-35's flyaway costs can be lower than some fourth-generation fighter jets.
How Fighter Jets Have Evolved Over The Last Decade
A closer look at the arms race for the smartest warbirds.
How Much Does A Fighter Jet Cost To Fly Per Hour?
A closer look at the true price of military air power.
5 Fighter Jets With The Highest Top Speeds In Service Today
From the Mach 2.83 MiG-31 to the F-22, these are the five fastest fighter jets still in service.
The World’s Largest Air Forces By Number Of F-35s
A closer look at some of the leading F-35 armadas around the world.
5 Largest Aircraft Fleets Operated By The US Air Force
From F-16 fighters to KC-135 tankers, these five aircraft types make up the largest fleets in the US Air Force in 2026.
Before The F-35 Vs. After: How Air Combat Changed
Examining a paradigm shift in air warfare.
7 Reasons Why The F-22 Still Outperforms Newer Jets
While the F-35 now outperforms F-22 as a balanced advanced fighter, the F-22 still wins in its air dominance role and some flying characteristics.
Tight Space: Inside The B-2 Spirit Cockpit
The B-2 Spirit has to perform extra-long missions, while providing less space and comfort for its pilots than transport aircraft like the C-17.
Rare US "Eye In The Sky" Command Plane Destroyed In Iran Strike On Saudi Air Base
The US has just a handful of E-3 Sentry's in mission-capable condition.
