Experimental & Concept Aviation
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The Navy’s Bizarre Flying Submarine Program
In the early 1960s, the U.S. Navy backed one of its most unusual experimental concepts:…
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How Pilots Fly Jets With Just Their Eyes Now
Modern fighter pilots are experiencing a revolutionary shift in cockpit technology. With the latest advances…
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What Happened to the Jet Bomber With Forward Wings
During the closing stages of World War II, Germany pushed the boundaries of aircraft design…
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How the Soviets Tried (and Failed) to Build a Supersonic Tank Killer
During the Cold War, the Soviet Union pursued an ambitious goal: build a fast, heavily…
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The Forgotten U.S. Jet That Took Off Like a Helicopter
Long before vertical takeoff jets became a real-world success, one American aircraft quietly laid the…
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This Jet Fighter Had No Pilot, No Cockpit—and Flew Just Fine
In October 2023, the U.S. Marine Corps pulled off something that felt like science fiction.…
About Author
Zane Clark
Zane Clark is a writer whose interest in national affairs began at age 11, during a birthday ride in a 1966 Piper 180C that sparked an early curiosity about history and current events. That first moment of perspective grew into a lasting fascination with the people, conflicts, and decisions influencing the nation’s direction. Today, Zane brings clear, informed storytelling to Altitude Post, covering everything from major events to the individuals helping shape the country’s future. When he’s not writing, he’s researching history, following current developments, spotting aircraft, attending airshows or exploring the stories behind the headlines.
