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The plane with a propeller in the middle... Martin 262 Convoy Fighter!
Their convoy ships that resupplied fleets, armies, and bases across the world were vulnerable to enemy air attacks and required excessive protection from warships to ensure cargo reached their ...
Boeing wins Air Force contract for new manned fighter jet to quarterback future drone fleet
A separate Navy contract for its version of the NGAD fighter is still under competition between Northrop Grumman and Boeing.
The National Interest on MSN21h
America’s Vought F4U Corsair Terrified the Japanese Military in WWII
The Corsair performed well during World War II, claiming 2,140 air combat victories against 189 losses—an overall kill ratio ...
Why Was The USAAF P-39 Airacobra Not Sent To Europe During WW2?
The Bell P-39 Airacobra was a fighter primarily produced by US-based aerospace manufacturer Bell Aircraft for the United ...
The National Interest on MSN15d
P-80 Shooting Star: America’s First True Fighter Jet
As one would expect, the transition to jet-powered fighters was fraught with danger—and prototype P-80 test flights resulted ...
Portugal's government wants to reconsider order of US-made F-35 jets — but it must be reelected first
Portugal's outgoing defense minister said his country must consider the United States' reliability as a NATO ally and a ...
Top Aircraft To See At The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
The National Air and Space Museum is located between 6th Street and Independence Avenue in Washington, D.C., the capital of ...
World War II aviation history lands at permanent exhibit on USS Intrepid
Discover the Intrepid Museum's World War II exhibit, showcasing the Corsair aircraft and artifacts from Loren Isley's final mission and other historic items.
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Why fighter jets may be flying near Columbus and Dayton, Ohio
Residents in parts of southern and central Ohio could see or hear fighter jets flying over their homes Wednesday morning.
Defense News on MSN16d
Air Force revives Skyraider name for new light attack aircraft
The propeller-driven Skyraider II pays homage to the Cold War-era propeller plane that delivered close air support during the Vietnam War.