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The Canceled Navy Jet That Never Flew But Secretly Became The F-14 Tomcat

The Canceled Navy Jet That Never Flew But Secretly Became The F-14 Tomcat

The F6D Missileer Program died due to its expense; however, its conceptual spirit lived on within the F-14 Tomcat.

Christian P. Martin 3 weeks ago
5 McDonnell Douglas Aircraft That Changed Commercial Aviation

5 McDonnell Douglas Aircraft That Changed Commercial Aviation

A closer look at five of McDonnell Douglas's most important commercial aircraft.

Daniel S Osipov 1 month ago
The Last Plane In America With Piston‑Engine Propellers

The Last Plane In America With Piston‑Engine Propellers

A closer look at the story of the Douglas DC-7, America's last piston-engine airliner, and its legacy before jets took o...

Victoria Agronsky 2 months ago
The Last Douglas DC-8s Still Airworthy

The Last Douglas DC-8s Still Airworthy

The early long-range narrowbody jetliner is on its last legs.

Simple Flying Staff 5 months ago
The Last DC-8 In America Has Flown For The Last Time

The Last DC-8 In America Has Flown For The Last Time

Only two DC-8s remain in service worldwide, and they may not stick around for long either.

Daniel S Osipov 7 months ago
Why Did McDonnell Douglas Build The DC-10 With 3 Engines?

Why Did McDonnell Douglas Build The DC-10 With 3 Engines?

We explore the aircraft's design, the unrealized DC-10 Twin, and how ETOPS reshaped long-haul flying.

Victoria Agronsky 11 months ago
AI Has Named The Best Aircraft Of All Time: Number 1 Will Surprise You

AI Has Named The Best Aircraft Of All Time: Number 1 Will Surprise You

A love letter to one of the most iconic and historically significant airliners of all time.

Daniel S Osipov 11 months ago
Just 3 Left: The World's Active Douglas DC-8s In 2025

Just 3 Left: The World's Active Douglas DC-8s In 2025

Over 550 total Douglas DC-8s have been produced since the 1950s.

Justin Foster 1 year ago
The DC-8: The 1st Douglas Jetpowered Passenger Plane

The DC-8: The 1st Douglas Jetpowered Passenger Plane

The design of the Douglas DC-8 was a masterpiece of early jet-age engineering, blending functionality with elegance.

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
The DC-7: Last Of The Douglas Propeller-Powered Transports

The DC-7: Last Of The Douglas Propeller-Powered Transports

The lifespan of Douglas’ last major piston engine-powered transport was cut short by the advent of the jet age.

Paul Hartley 1 year ago
What Airlines Operated The World's Only DC-1?

What Airlines Operated The World's Only DC-1?

TWA and two Spanish airlines were the only airlines to operate the only DC-1 prototype produced.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Douglas A-47 'Spooky' AKA 'Puff The Magic Dragon': One Of The Most Successful USAF Aircraft Ever Built

Douglas A-47 'Spooky' AKA 'Puff The Magic Dragon': One Of The Most Successful USAF Aircraft Ever Built

The AC-47 "Spooky" was a Dragon in the night sky, unleashing a ghostly ring of fire that rained fire on its target.

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
Transforming A WWII Bomber Into A Cargo Plane: The Douglas C-47

Transforming A WWII Bomber Into A Cargo Plane: The Douglas C-47

The Skytrain went on to be utilized by several airlines and cargo operators.

Justin Foster 1 year ago
How A 1941 World War II US Marine Corps DC-3 Turned Into An Airbnb In Wisconsin

How A 1941 World War II US Marine Corps DC-3 Turned Into An Airbnb In Wisconsin

The story of how one enterprising American man created his very own "neat" Airbnb from a retired USMC DC-3 after being i...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
A Closer Look: The Story Of The Douglas DC-6

A Closer Look: The Story Of The Douglas DC-6

The popular passenger aircraft was an icon of its era.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
The A-4 Skyhawk: A Compact Powerhouse in US Naval Aviation

The A-4 Skyhawk: A Compact Powerhouse in US Naval Aviation

The A-4 Skyhawk was a workhorse of the Vietnam War. Its most famous pilot was a future US Senator and presidential candi...

Christian D. Orr 1 year ago
No Longer In Service: The Story Of The Douglas DC-7

No Longer In Service: The Story Of The Douglas DC-7

Douglas produced four different variants of the type, as well as designing an ultimately unbuilt fifth version.

Mark Finlay 1 year ago
Flight Instructor In Alaska Converts Douglas DC-6 And DC-9 Aircrafts Into Accommodations

Flight Instructor In Alaska Converts Douglas DC-6 And DC-9 Aircrafts Into Accommodations

Jon Kotwicki has worked hard to provide a unique experience for future pilots and tourists.

Channing Reid 1 year ago
The Douglas DC-3: 5 Fun Facts About Its Development & Service Life

The Douglas DC-3: 5 Fun Facts About Its Development & Service Life

The DC-3 was a vital aircraft in its heyday. let's discover the 5 fun facts that make it such a unique aircraft.

Niccolo Serratt 1 year 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