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The Rise & Fall Of The Lockheed L-1011 TriStar

The Rise & Fall Of The Lockheed L-1011 TriStar

The aircraft was introduced on April 26th, 1972.

Sumit Singh 1 year ago
Lockheed Martin SR-72 "Darkstar" Hypersonic Spy Plane Nears Production

Lockheed Martin SR-72 "Darkstar" Hypersonic Spy Plane Nears Production

The SR-72 Darkstar may be soon to enter service as it seems Lockheed Martin is gearing up to produce a secret aircraft.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Are There Any Lockheed L-1011s Still Flying?

Are There Any Lockheed L-1011s Still Flying?

While the type saw its last scheduled passenger operations in 2008, are there any of these aircraft still active?

Chris Loh 1 year ago
5 Fast Facts On The Lockheed Martin LM-100J Hercules’ Civilian Freighter Variant

5 Fast Facts On The Lockheed Martin LM-100J Hercules’ Civilian Freighter Variant

The LM-100J provides companies with outsized cargo lift to remote and austere locations around the world.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Many New F-16s Could Still Be Produced?

How Many New F-16s Could Still Be Produced?

Hundreds of F-16s are likely to still be produced, with production to remain open for as long as demand exists.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Why The DC-10 Was More Successful Than The Lockheed L-1011 Tristar

Why The DC-10 Was More Successful Than The Lockheed L-1011 Tristar

The McDonnell Douglas aircraft slightly outsold its rival.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
How Was The UH-60 Black Hawk Utilized In US Military Missions?

How Was The UH-60 Black Hawk Utilized In US Military Missions?

The Black Hawk fulfills a wide range of missions in the US Army - and even more outside of Army service.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
What Role Did P-38 Lightnings Play In The Pacific Theater During WW2?

What Role Did P-38 Lightnings Play In The Pacific Theater During WW2?

The P-38 Lightning was an exemplary American fighter which excelled in the Pacific War of WW2.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
The Elvis Lockheed Jetstar Camper Is Complete: See How It Looks

The Elvis Lockheed Jetstar Camper Is Complete: See How It Looks

The conversion of the aircraft into an RV took James Webb a total of 18 months.

Justin Foster 2 years ago
What US Defense Missions Does The C-5M Super Galaxy Support?

What US Defense Missions Does The C-5M Super Galaxy Support?

Despite the cynically humorous nickname of "FRED," the C-5M endures. Simple Flying examines mission types that the Supe...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
History: USA WWII Ace Major Richard Bong & The Lockheed P-38 Lightning

History: USA WWII Ace Major Richard Bong & The Lockheed P-38 Lightning

With 40 confirmed air-to-air kills, the legendary "Ace of Aces" is the deadliest pilot in US history.

Michael Scanlon 2 years ago
What Innovations Did The USAF C-141 Starlifter Bring To Military Airlifts?

What Innovations Did The USAF C-141 Starlifter Bring To Military Airlifts?

The C-141 was bigger and faster than the C-130 yet had a shorter career. Nonetheless, it was an innovative aircraft for ...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Immortalized In Music: A Brief Guide To Amelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra 10-E

Immortalized In Music: A Brief Guide To Amelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra 10-E

Public Service Broadcasting are a UK-based band that writes songs about historical events. Amelia Earhart will be the su...

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
What Were the Key Differences Between The USAF's C-141A & C-141B Starlifter Variants?

What Were the Key Differences Between The USAF's C-141A & C-141B Starlifter Variants?

The original Starlifter transports were stretched into the C-141B variant to fully utilize the C-141's payload capacity.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
How Does the C-130 Hercules Adapt To Various US Military Mission Types?

How Does the C-130 Hercules Adapt To Various US Military Mission Types?

We've previously discussed the versatility of the C-130. Now we discuss *how* it adapts and demonstrates its versatility...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
The NOAA Hurricane Hunting Aircraft Have Been Deployed Near Hurricane Beryl

The NOAA Hurricane Hunting Aircraft Have Been Deployed Near Hurricane Beryl

The NOAA operates a fleet of ten total aircraft.

Justin Foster 2 years ago
Key Features That Make The Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules A Workhorse

Key Features That Make The Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules A Workhorse

Though bigger and faster military cargo planes have come, the C-130 keeps soldiering, and its features still make the 'H...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Why Did The USAF Pick The Lockheed F-22 Raptor Over The Northrop YF-23?

Why Did The USAF Pick The Lockheed F-22 Raptor Over The Northrop YF-23?

The YF-23 had the support of no less than Chuck Yeager. So how did the YF-22 win the DOD contract?

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
5 Versatile Uses Of The C-130 Hercules For The US Air Force

5 Versatile Uses Of The C-130 Hercules For The US Air Force

The C-130 is still serving the USAF after 69 years. A major reason for this longevity is the plane's amazing versatility...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
The Elvis JetStar Is Coming To EAA AirVenture At Oshkosh (Hopefully)

The Elvis JetStar Is Coming To EAA AirVenture At Oshkosh (Hopefully)

Its owner wants to drive it the 1,000+ miles north to the airshow!

Joanna Bailey 2 years ago