Military & Defense Aviation
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The A-12 Avenger II, The Project So Expensive It Ended an Era
The A-12 Avenger II was supposed to be the Navy’s next-generation stealth bomber. With its…
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Russia’s Su-75 Checkmate Is Bold on Paper—But Will It Ever Fly?
Russia’s Su-75 Checkmate has been making headlines as the nation’s latest foray into fifth-generation stealth…
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SR-72 Darkstar’s Secret Weapon: The One Edge China Can’t Match
The SR-72 Darkstar isn’t science fiction anymore — it’s the future of high-speed warfare. While…
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$20 Billion Later, Boeing’s F-47 NGAD Is Set to Lead the Skies
Boeing just landed a $20 billion contract to develop the F-47, the centerpiece of the…
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Why the F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III Still Dominates the Skies
The F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III is a serious step forward for naval aviation. With…
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Close Encounter Between U.S. and Russian Aircraft Near Alaska
A Russian Tu-95 bomber and Su-35 fighter were recently intercepted by a U.S. F-35 near…
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The Cancelled Jet That Could Outturn an F-16
In the mid-1980s, Argentina embarked on an ambitious endeavor to develop a cutting-edge air-superiority fighter:…
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The Jet With No Tail That Still Outsmarted Radar
In the early 1980s, the U.S. Air Force and Northrop Corporation launched a groundbreaking project:…
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China’s J-31: Is It Really a Match for the F-35?
China’s unveiling of the J-31 stealth fighter has stirred attention around the world. As Beijing…
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The Jet Built to Launch From a Truck
During the Cold War, U.S. military planners faced a dangerous possibility: airbases might be wiped…
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Zane Clark
Zane Clark is an aviation enthusiast and writer with a passion for all things flight-related. With years of experience studying aviation history and staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends, Zane brings a deep knowledge and appreciation of aviation to Altitude Post. When he’s not writing, Zane enjoys spotting aircraft, attending airshows, and exploring the technological advancements that continue to shape the skies.
