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Tupolev Tu-144: The Story Of The Soviet Supersonic Concorde Competitor

Tupolev Tu-144: The Story Of The Soviet Supersonic Concorde Competitor

The aircraft didn't enjoy the same levels of success as its Anglo-French counterpart.

Joanna Bailey 2 years ago
Experimental Record-Breaker: The Story Of The Tupolev ANT-25

Experimental Record-Breaker: The Story Of The Tupolev ANT-25

A look at the record-breaking ANT-25.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
Lockheed Martin SR-72 Vs Tupolev PAK DA: The Future Of Stealth & Speed

Lockheed Martin SR-72 Vs Tupolev PAK DA: The Future Of Stealth & Speed

Two different designs and approaches to the future of stealth warfare.

Trevin Christian Casinader 2 years ago
Ukraine Claims Shoot Down Of Russian Tu-22M3 Bomber: Russia Argues Technical Crash

Ukraine Claims Shoot Down Of Russian Tu-22M3 Bomber: Russia Argues Technical Crash

The first Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber has been shot down in the Ukraine conflict.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
Why Was The Tupolev Tu-22 Called The 'Booze Carrier'?

Why Was The Tupolev Tu-22 Called The 'Booze Carrier'?

The reason behind this fascinating moniker is surprisingly technical

Nicole Kylie 2 years ago
Russia's B-52 Competitor: A Look At The Tupolev Tu-95

Russia's B-52 Competitor: A Look At The Tupolev Tu-95

The first aircraft was produced over seven decades ago.

Channing Reid 2 years ago
5 Fast Facts About China's Long-Serving Xi'an H-6 Bomber

5 Fast Facts About China's Long-Serving Xi'an H-6 Bomber

The H-6 is still in service with the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF).

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
How Loud Is The Tupolev Tu-95 Bomber?

How Loud Is The Tupolev Tu-95 Bomber?

The plane is one of the loudest military aircraft and it has been in service since the 1950s

Nicole Kylie 2 years ago
Once The World's Only Active Jetliner Design: The Story Of The Tupolev Tu-104

Once The World's Only Active Jetliner Design: The Story Of The Tupolev Tu-104

The type eventually proved very unreliable.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
History: Why October 13th Is A Dark Date For Aeroflot

History: Why October 13th Is A Dark Date For Aeroflot

How two Russian airliners crashed on the same date a year apart.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
Tupolev Tu-95LAL: A Look At Russia's Crazy Nuclear Powered Bomber

Tupolev Tu-95LAL: A Look At Russia's Crazy Nuclear Powered Bomber

The Tupolev Tu-95LAL completed some 40 flights, but none of them with the nuclear reactor powering the aircraft.

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
Russia’s RedWings Is Now Flying The Tupolev Tu-214 Internationally

Russia’s RedWings Is Now Flying The Tupolev Tu-214 Internationally

The airline has said it will operate more international flights in the coming days.

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
The Tupolev Tu-124: The Soviet Union's First Turbofan-Powered Airliner

The Tupolev Tu-124: The Soviet Union's First Turbofan-Powered Airliner

This week marks 63 years since the type embarked on its maiden flight.

Jake Hardiman 2 years ago
Aviastar-TU Flight 1906: The Tupolev Tu-204's First Hull Loss

Aviastar-TU Flight 1906: The Tupolev Tu-204's First Hull Loss

Aviastar-TU flight 1906 crashed into a forest while trying to land at Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
Which Is The Loudest Military Aircraft In The World?

Which Is The Loudest Military Aircraft In The World?

The Turboprop-powered Tupelov Tu-95 Bear is the loudest military aircraft flying today.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
Which Bomber Aircraft Flies The Fastest?

Which Bomber Aircraft Flies The Fastest?

Several bomber aircraft, both historic and current, have reached speeds over Mach 2.

Justin Hayward 2 years ago
Tupolev Reveals Plans For Cargo & Shortened Versions Of Tu-214

Tupolev Reveals Plans For Cargo & Shortened Versions Of Tu-214

The proposed variants are a response to demand from Russian airlines for domestically-developed medium-haul narrowbodies...

Molly Russell 2 years ago
Top 5: The Bombers With The Biggest Wingspans In History

Top 5: The Bombers With The Biggest Wingspans In History

The list features several iconic aircraft from the 40s to the 90s.

Vincenzo Claudio Piscopo 2 years ago
The Top 5 Strategic Bomber Aircraft In Operation Today

The Top 5 Strategic Bomber Aircraft In Operation Today

Strategic bombers are less numerous than they used to be, but are still used by the US, Russia, and China.

Justin Hayward 2 years ago
5 Amazing Facts About The Tupolev Tu-95 Bomber

5 Amazing Facts About The Tupolev Tu-95 Bomber

Code named "Bear" by NATO, the Tu-95 is still in service with the Russian Air Force despite its age.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago