Damoda, the Chinese light show company, used 1,500 drones to create a flying dragon during the Shenzhen Dragon Boat Festival. The show consisted of the devices being used to create other fantastic images in the night sky. Continue reading
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Ukrainian Drone Escapes from Two Russian Helicopters and One Aircraft
Unmanned aerial vehicles from the Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine increasingly emerge unscathed not only after encountering russian air defenses but also during direct confrontations with enemy aircraft. Continue reading
MIG-15 – the Airplane that Shocked the US into a Response
It was November 1950. The Korean War was in full swing when a formation of B-29 Super fortresses made its way beyond the border to strike a hostile airbase. When the bombers sighted their target, one of the B-29s was suddenly struck by an explosion. The F-80 escorts reacted slowly and went after an unidentified aircraft. Continue reading
America’s Secret WW2 Combat Drone that Bombed the Japanese | The TDR-1
The Interstate TDR was an early unmanned combat aerial vehicle — referred to at the time as an “assault drone” — developed by the Interstate Aircraft and Engineering Corporation during the Second World War for use by the United States Navy. Continue reading
CANT Z.511 – The Forgotten Largest Floatplane of All Time
With a streamlined, smooth aesthetic, classic Italian lines and excellent performance – it’s hard to understand why the CANT Z.511, which already holds such the accolade to its name of being the largest floatplane of all time – has been largely forgotten. Continue reading
World’s Most Affordable Tactical Jet Aircraft – the Textron AirLand Scorpion
The Scorpion armed reconnaissance jet from Textron Aviation is one-of-a-kind. No other tactical aircraft like it is currently in existence. The manufacturer took it upon itself to develop a unique aircraft to meet a specific need in the market no other aircraft could fulfill. In their confidence, they decided to use their own money against the norm for military aircraft development. Continue reading
Blohm & Voss P 202 – Germany’s Slewed-Wing Jet Fighter
The Blohm & Voss P.202 was an unusual design study for a variable-geometry jet fighter during World War II. It was the first design to incorporate a slewed wing (also known as an oblique or scissor wing) in which one side swept forward and the other back. The P.202 was never built or flown. Continue reading
Frightening: The English Electric Lightning Story
In 1960 the United Kingdom unveiled the English Electric Lightning: the first and only jet capable of reaching Mach 2 speeds that the UK ever fully produced. The Lightning was packed with state-of-the art technology including world first radar tech. The Lightning also features an incredibly unique engine placement that contributes to its iconic look and insane performance. Continue reading