A close up showing the bomb, that appears to be a GBU-72/B carried externally by the B-1B. The insets show the differences between the GBU-72 and the GBU-31v3 (Image credit: The Aviationist, using photo by Ian Recchio) Photos show the B-1...
For pilots of small stature looking for quick and economical cross-country capability, today’s bargain provides the feel of a tiny WWII fighter for less than the cost of many new Harley-Davidson motorcycles. This unique Mooney M-18 Mite is available for only...
If you’re like me, at some point in your pilot career, you may have asked yourself this: “Do I really need a weather briefing? The TAFs look like things will probably be fine. I’m not going that far. I’ll just get...
Embarking on the journey to become a pilot is an exciting and rewarding endeavor. Whether you aspire to soar through the skies for leisure or pursue a professional aviation career, obtaining a pilot license is the first step towards your dreams....
An AH-64 Apache helicopter equipped with CIRCM, visible on the stub wing (circled in red). (Image credit: U.S. Army) The new self-protection system is being fielded on more than 1,500 Army aircraft, after the Initial Operational Capability was reached last year....
June 6 marks the 80th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy, France, in 1944. Code-named Operation Overlord, it was a massive logistical effort involving nearly 156,000 American, British, Canadian, free French, and Polish troops landing on five beaches along the coast...
Flying an airplane is an exhilarating experience that requires skill, knowledge, and a love for adventure. Whether you dream of exploring the skies as a hobbyist or pursuing a career in aviation, obtaining a pilot license is the first step towards...
Aviation has always captivated my imagination, and recently, I took the plunge and embarked on the exhilarating journey of earning my pilot's license. The allure of navigating through the vast expanse of the sky, commanding the controls of a powerful aircraft,...
The Super Hornet with the inert SM-6 missile under its right wing. (Image credit: @StinkJet) Originally developed as a surface-to-air missile, the Standard Missile 6 has been now installed, once again, on a Super Hornet. The reasons remain unknown so far....
Today’s bargain will transport its new owner back in time to the WWII era. Better yet, with the most major restoration items already completed, it will do so with the bare minimum of operating expense. This great combination of heritage and...