The MD-11's unique design choices impacted cruise and landing speeds.
History-Computer on MSN
The fastest fighter jets in the world
Since the start of military aviation, speed has been a defining factor in how fighters are built and used. Faster speeds ...
Modern Engineering Marvels on MSN
The Gripen beats the F-35 on top speed and that exposes the real tradeoff
Top speed is the most misconstrued number when it comes to the modern fighter. A non-stealth jet with a superior Mach number than a stealth jet may appear to be a decisive victory, particularly when ...
The F-22 is remarkably fuel efficient at supercruise and carrying its munitions; even so, like all fighters, it is a very ...
If the US President launches his war of aggression against Iran, for example, with a successful decapitation strike on the Grand Ayatollah, who should be held accountable if the USS Abraham Lincoln ...
Airbus Defence & Space is confident that it is a matter of when and not if it will make a marquee sale of its A400M Atlas to the Royal Saudi Air Force.
The National Interest on MSN
Another Asian Nation Is on Track to Get the F-35 Fighter Jet This Year
Singapore plans to operate a handful of both the conventional F-35A and the short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) F-35B.
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What Are Swedish Gripen Fighter Jets Doing in Iceland?
Iceland lacks a standing army, navy, or air force—relying instead on NATO to defend it, including the alliance’s newest member.
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Saudi Arabian Military's Modernization in the Spotlight at World Defense Show
Saudi Arabia is attracting industry's interest at the World Defense Show, with a continued push for the F-35, a proposed F-15 upgrade, and rumors about Kaan and JF-17. The modernization of Saudi ...
The Gripen E is cheaper to operate than the Rafale, costing around $4,000–$10,000 per flight hour. Rafale flights exceed ...
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