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Top 5: The Most-Produced Combat Aircraft Of All Time

Top 5: The Most-Produced Combat Aircraft Of All Time

These aircraft span across decades of military service.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
History: The Dive Bomber Aircraft Of The Second World War

History: The Dive Bomber Aircraft Of The Second World War

Nearly 50 versions of these planes were developed over nine years.

Channing Reid 2 years ago
Cool: The Vintage Aircraft Getting Preservation-Era Second Leases Of Life In New Zealand

Cool: The Vintage Aircraft Getting Preservation-Era Second Leases Of Life In New Zealand

While most vintage aircraft are restored for public displays, some return to the air.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Veteran Warbirds: 5 Beautiful P-51 Mustangs That Remain Airworthy Today

Veteran Warbirds: 5 Beautiful P-51 Mustangs That Remain Airworthy Today

More than 15,000 Mustangs were built throughout the Second World War.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
5 Fast Facts About The Consolidated B-24 Liberator Heavy Bomber

5 Fast Facts About The Consolidated B-24 Liberator Heavy Bomber

The most-produced American military aircraft in history wasn't devoid of flaws in design.

Karan Bhatta 2 years ago
Did You Know You Can Still Fly On A Boeing B-29 Superfortress Today?

Did You Know You Can Still Fly On A Boeing B-29 Superfortress Today?

A brief history of the WWII-era type and how you can climb onboard.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
Jack Of All Trades: The Story Of The Versatile Bristol Beaufighter

Jack Of All Trades: The Story Of The Versatile Bristol Beaufighter

Originally designed as a heavy fighter, the type would eventually find its niche as a night bomber.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
Are There Any B-24 Liberators Still Flying Today?

Are There Any B-24 Liberators Still Flying Today?

The aircraft took to the skies after a break of over 20 years.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
What You Need To Know About The B-29 Superfortress Bomber

What You Need To Know About The B-29 Superfortress Bomber

A guide and history into the Boeing B-29 Superfortress.

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
Second World War Heavy Bomber: The Story Of The Handley Page Halifax II

Second World War Heavy Bomber: The Story Of The Handley Page Halifax II

The bomber was fast but rather vulnerable.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
RB396: The Hawker Typhoon Undergoing An Ambitious Rebuild Project

RB396: The Hawker Typhoon Undergoing An Ambitious Rebuild Project

The project is underway on the Isle of Wight.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
Why Did North American Aviation Build The F-82 Twin Mustang?

Why Did North American Aviation Build The F-82 Twin Mustang?

A rather unique long-range escort fighter.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
The P-51 Mustang: A Complete History

The P-51 Mustang: A Complete History

What started as a British request soon became a wartime legend and post-war icon.

Nicole Kylie 2 years ago
Getaway Gertie: The Story Of The Vanishing B-24 Bomber

Getaway Gertie: The Story Of The Vanishing B-24 Bomber

On a late night on February 18, 1944, a Consolidated B-24 Liberator vanished, presumably crashing into Lake Ontario.

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
Who Were The 'Bomber Mafia' In World War II?

Who Were The 'Bomber Mafia' In World War II?

They believed that precision-guided bombing campaigns could win wars.

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
5 Incredible Features Of The Stuka Dive Bomber

5 Incredible Features Of The Stuka Dive Bomber

The World War II fighter was well-known for its precision in ground attacks.

Vyte Klisauskaite 2 years ago
Why Was The B-24 Bomber Called The Flying Coffin?

Why Was The B-24 Bomber Called The Flying Coffin?

Despite being one of the most produced bombers it was given a curious nickname.

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
4 Iconic Flying Boats From US Manufacturer Grumman's Portfolio

4 Iconic Flying Boats From US Manufacturer Grumman's Portfolio

The US manufacturer produced some fine examples of flying boats over the years.

Luke Peters 2 years ago
The Evolution Of Air Traffic Control

The Evolution Of Air Traffic Control

It all began with using a flag.

Simple Flying Staff 2 years ago
5 Famous Aviators From New Zealand That You Might Not Have Heard Of

5 Famous Aviators From New Zealand That You Might Not Have Heard Of

From a genius inventor to a record-breaking aviatrix, the stories of these five aviation pioneers have often flown under...

Nicole Kylie 2 years ago