The C-17’s fly-by-wire system is central to its short-field performance. Unlike traditional mechanical controls, fly-by-wire ...

Thrust vectoring—essentially redirecting the plane’s exhaust flow—allows modern fighters to quickly change direction, giving ...

China’s ability to churn out advanced armaments is a key element in Xi Jinping’s vision of making his country less reliant on ...

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Uncover the stories behind Kai Tak airport's famous runway 13 and its remarkable approach over Hong Kong's skyline.

For decades, China’s advanced fighter jets, including the J-20 stealth fighter, were held back by a critical dependency on Russian-made engines. -China has systematically overcome this weakness, ...

Russia has always placed a doctrinal emphasis on extreme maneuverability, usually at the expense of certain stealth features.

Making the wings on passenger jets thinner and longer can go a long way toward reducing drag and making them more efficient, but they vibrate like crazy. Engineers at NASA and Boeing are now tackling ...

After a low-speed RTO, aircraft are often legally allowed to attempt another takeoff. Examples include ATC-directed rejects ...