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IIAF Commander tells the true story of why Iran bought the F-14
Choice of Fighter for Iran’s Security
The F-14 Tomcat was by far the most capable of establishing and maintaining air superiority over large areas without...
When USAF pilot helicopter lost an engine during a SAR mission over the sea
The USAF and the SAR mission
The US Air Force (USAF) has long placed a high priority on search and rescue (SAR), and its aircrew...
The Hornet in peacetime, the Tomcat in combat
The Tomcat
Advancements during the Cold War in Soviet long-range patrol and bomber aircraft dictated a requirement for a fleet defense fighter that could engage...
President Jimmy Carter let a catholic priest fly at Mach 3.52 aboard an SR-71
President Jimmy Carter
From 1977 to 1981, American politician and humanitarian James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr. (October 1, 1924–December 29, 2024) served as the 39th...
Why Royal Navy Fairey Swordfish biplane torpedo bombers could disable Bismarck
Royal Navy Fairey Swordfish biplane torpedo bombers Vs Bismarck battleship
The Fairey Swordfish is remembered for its role in World War II after the Fleet...