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US Air Force C-130J Undergoes First Of Its Kind Wing Replacement, Flies Again After 5 Years

US Air Force C-130J Undergoes First Of Its Kind Wing Replacement, Flies Again After 5 Years

How did this C-130J receive a full wing replacement, and why was it necessary?

Daniel S Osipov 1 year ago
The Aircraft Replacing The Boeing E‑3 Sentry

The Aircraft Replacing The Boeing E‑3 Sentry

As the USAF questions the E-7 Wedgetail as the E-3 Sentry replacement, they are currently replacing the E-3 in the RAF.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
What Is A Finlet? US Air Force Tests New Drag-Reduction Device On MC-130J

What Is A Finlet? US Air Force Tests New Drag-Reduction Device On MC-130J

The Herc' is getting a gas saving upgrade.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Boeing X-37B Spaceplane Preparing For 8th Mission

Boeing X-37B Spaceplane Preparing For 8th Mission

The Space Force's unmanned shuttle is taking off again.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What Is The Fastest Aircraft Ever Built?

What Is The Fastest Aircraft Ever Built?

The incredible story behind the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, one of the most legendary and invulnerable aircraft ever built...

Daniel S Osipov 1 year ago
U-2 Dragon Lady: The US Air Force’s Oldest Cold War Aircraft Still Operating

U-2 Dragon Lady: The US Air Force’s Oldest Cold War Aircraft Still Operating

Like many legacy platforms, U-2 is now facing the realities of age.

Prachi Patel 1 year ago
The Largest Military Bases & Their Strategic Roles

The Largest Military Bases & Their Strategic Roles

The US Air Force, Marines, Navy, and Army operate a large number of massive air bases in the US and around the world, al...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Many Boeing 707s Are Left?

How Many Boeing 707s Are Left?

79 Boeing 707s still fly worldwide, but none as airliners. Discover how this iconic jetliner lives on in military servic...

Victoria Agronsky 1 year ago
The World's Largest Air Forces By Total Fighter Jet Numbers

The World's Largest Air Forces By Total Fighter Jet Numbers

Find out how the biggest fighter fleets stack up!

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How Many C-17 Globemasters Are Left?

How Many C-17 Globemasters Are Left?

Only one C-17 Globemaster has been written off due to a crash, and none have been retired and scrapped.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Many C-130 Hercules Aircraft Are Left?

How Many C-130 Hercules Aircraft Are Left?

Over a thousand C-130 Hercules remain in service today around the world, with hundreds more in storage or non-operationa...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird: Inside The Fastest Aircraft Ever Built

Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird: Inside The Fastest Aircraft Ever Built

The SR-71 Blackbird was restrictive and challenging to fly, and its pilots loved it.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
The Aircraft Replacing The F-15

The Aircraft Replacing The F-15

The F-15 debuted in 1972.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Is An A-10 Warthog Bigger Than An Su-25 Frogfoot?

Is An A-10 Warthog Bigger Than An Su-25 Frogfoot?

A head-to-head comparison of the two aircraft.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
B-2 Spirit: Inside The Most Mysterious Stealth Bomber Ever Built

B-2 Spirit: Inside The Most Mysterious Stealth Bomber Ever Built

A look at the capabilities of this iconic aircraft.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How Many B-17 Flying Fortresses Are Left?

How Many B-17 Flying Fortresses Are Left?

Find out how many of the legendary WW2 bombers are still in one piece.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An F-35 Get?

How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An F-35 Get?

Jet fighters are not necessarily known for their fuel efficiency, but is the F-35 Lightning II any different?

Peter Hanson 1 year ago
Which Country Has The Most Superior Attack Aircraft In The World?

Which Country Has The Most Superior Attack Aircraft In The World?

When comparing the best from each nation's fighter arsenal, who's out on top? Will this dynamic continue in the future?

Daniel S Osipov 1 year ago
The World's Largest Air Forces By Total Military Aircraft Numbers

The World's Largest Air Forces By Total Military Aircraft Numbers

Which air force has the most planes?

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Which Country Has The Most Superior Reconnaissance Aircraft In The World?

Which Country Has The Most Superior Reconnaissance Aircraft In The World?

Stealth, reach, real-time intel — unmatched in the air.

Antonio Di Trapani 1 year ago