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AV-8B Harrier II: Operational History And Impact On US Military Aviation

AV-8B Harrier II: Operational History And Impact On US Military Aviation

The Harrier "jump jet" is a legend in the USMC aviation community

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
US Set To Approve $2 Billion Security Aid Package For Indo-Pacific

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 ...

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
History: Grumman F6F-3 Fighters In "The Great Marianas Turkey Shoot"

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...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
USS 'Ike' Female F/A-18F Naval Aviator Makes 1st US Air-To-Air Kill Of Houthi Drone

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...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
The Right SLUF: What To Know About The Stubby A-7 Corsair II US Cold War Plane

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...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
How Did Carrier-Based Aircraft Influence Naval Battles In WWII?

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.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
5 Things To Know About The US Marine Corps AV-8 Harrier II

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...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
How Did The Grumman A-6 Intruder Serve In US Combat Missions?

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...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
When Will The US Marines Retire The Last Of The AV-8 Jump Harriers?

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.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
Short Seamew: Why This Odd Little RAF Submarine Destroyer Had A Brief Service Life

Short Seamew: Why This Odd Little RAF Submarine Destroyer Had A Brief Service Life

Only 24 of these planes were built.

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Russia's Aircraft Carrier Might Never Sail Again: What Has Become Of Its Fighters?

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.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
82nd Anniversary: Battle of Midway & The Role Of Carrier Airpower

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...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Houthis Target Aircraft Carrier Eisenhower For 2nd Time In 24-Hours

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.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
Yemen: Houthis Attack USS Dwight D Eisenhower Aircraft Carrier Following USAF & RAF Raid

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.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
Top 5 Can't-Miss Aviation Museums Across The USA

Top 5 Can't-Miss Aviation Museums Across The USA

Two notable museums are floating on water.

Channing Reid 2 years ago
5 Things You May Not Know About How Fighter Jets Take Off From Aircraft Carriers

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.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
The Evolution Of US Naval Air Power: From WWII Carrier Aircraft To Modern Jets

The Evolution Of US Naval Air Power: From WWII Carrier Aircraft To Modern Jets

Naval aircraft technologies have changed drastically over the years.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
How Fighter Jets Take Off From Aircraft Carriers: 4 Methods Explained

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...

Trevin Christian Casinader 2 years ago
Which Aircraft Carriers Are Certified To Operate The Navy's F-35C Fighters?

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...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
How Much Does It Cost To Maintain The US Air Force & Navy's Aircraft Fleet?

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...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago