#Aircraft Carrier
AV-8B Harrier II: Operational History And Impact On US Military Aviation
The Harrier "jump jet" is a legend in the USMC aviation community
US Set To Approve $2 Billion Security Aid Package For Indo-Pacific
As the People's Republic of China flexes its military and coast guard muscles, the US plans to rush military aid to the ...
History: Grumman F6F-3 Fighters In "The Great Marianas Turkey Shoot"
The Battle of the Philippines Sea was nicknamed "The Great Marianas Turkey Shoot." The primary turkey hunter was the F6F...
USS 'Ike' Female F/A-18F Naval Aviator Makes 1st US Air-To-Air Kill Of Houthi Drone
The Ike has now made history twice boasting the first US female combat mission and now the first female pilot air-to-air...
The Right SLUF: What To Know About The Stubby A-7 Corsair II US Cold War Plane
"SLUF" stood for "Short Little Ugly Fellow" (in polite company). But the A-7 Corsair's combat performance was a thing of...
How Did Carrier-Based Aircraft Influence Naval Battles In WWII?
Following their success in WWII, the USN used aircraft carriers to project American power around the globe.
5 Things To Know About The US Marine Corps AV-8 Harrier II
The Harrier II has been faithfully serving the US Marine Corps for four decades. Here are 5 facts about this venerable w...
How Did The Grumman A-6 Intruder Serve In US Combat Missions?
The A-6 Intruder served the USN and USMC for 30+ years and in multiple conflicts. It also inspired a bestselling novel a...
When Will The US Marines Retire The Last Of The AV-8 Jump Harriers?
The Marines are expected to retire the last of their Harriers in 2026, leaving the Spanish Navy as the last operators.
Short Seamew: Why This Odd Little RAF Submarine Destroyer Had A Brief Service Life
Only 24 of these planes were built.
Russia's Aircraft Carrier Might Never Sail Again: What Has Become Of Its Fighters?
It seems the Admiral Kuznetov's carrier-based fighters have moved on and are not expecting to return to the carrier.
82nd Anniversary: Battle of Midway & The Role Of Carrier Airpower
The Battle of Midway was one of the most decisive naval battles in history, with carrier airpower playing a crucial role...
Houthis Target Aircraft Carrier Eisenhower For 2nd Time In 24-Hours
Fake news spread online following Houthi claims of attacking the USS Eisenhower and other ships in the area.
Yemen: Houthis Attack USS Dwight D Eisenhower Aircraft Carrier Following USAF & RAF Raid
The Houthis have claimed to have struck an American carrier following more Anglo-American air raids.
Top 5 Can't-Miss Aviation Museums Across The USA
Two notable museums are floating on water.
5 Things You May Not Know About How Fighter Jets Take Off From Aircraft Carriers
Launching a jet from an aircraft carrier is a precisely choreographed process.
The Evolution Of US Naval Air Power: From WWII Carrier Aircraft To Modern Jets
Naval aircraft technologies have changed drastically over the years.
How Fighter Jets Take Off From Aircraft Carriers: 4 Methods Explained
Aircraft usually need thousands of feet of runway to take off and land safely, so how do military aircraft manage with o...
Which Aircraft Carriers Are Certified To Operate The Navy's F-35C Fighters?
Perhaps four carriers have been modified to operate F-35C leaving seven more to be modified or to be retired without mod...
How Much Does It Cost To Maintain The US Air Force & Navy's Aircraft Fleet?
Aircraft are expensive to maintain with many billions coming out of the budget to maintain the Air Force's and Navy's fl...