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On May 27, 2008, exactly 50 years have passed since the prototype of one of the most famous aircraft of the US Air Force was first launched into the air. Worshiped by many, damned by others, a symbol of graceful shapes, holder of many records, an unbeatable design that, even fifty years after its first flight, crosses the sky over many countries of the world - McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II.
Dogfights have always attracted attention. Since the First World War, their participants have been considered heroes, stories have been written about nothing, and they have become idols of generations. However, the reality of air combat is much more prosaic. Whatever the motivation of the pilots to fight, there was always a winner on one side and a loser on the other in a crippled or burning plane falling to the ground. This series deals with the struggle from their beginning to the modern age, when the sky is steadily ruled by jet engines.
The USSR developed a powerful MiG-25 fighter aircraft in the late 1960s. This aircraft was not originally to be exported, but after Lieutenant Viktor Belenko flew with one MiG-25P to the base of Hakodate in Japan, there was nothing to hide. The aircraft was released for export. Thus, although there was never a conflict between the great powers, the MiG-25 had the opportunity to fight, over Lebanon, with its counterpart, the American F-15. Although both aircraft flew under the insignia of other countries.
Most Western publications state that the first night duel and the downing of jet fighters took place during the fighting in Korea, specifically on November 3, 1952. The other side, on the other hand, clearly denies the downing. A comparison of the available data reveals a number of ambiguities, which make this event a relatively controversial issue.
Tests of the new universal aircraft are currently underway, which should be unique in all respects. This is the largest contract in the history of the Air Force, in which many countries participate. It is assumed that after a long time, it will be an aircraft that will experience thousands of series. It has already received its combat name: F-35 Lightning II.
Profile of one of the most modern aircraft and a great naval machine, which is the driving force behind the squadrons of American aircraft carriers.
Profile of one of the most modern current aircraft and a great naval machine, which is the driving force behind the squadrons of American aircraft carriers.
Profile of one of the most modern aircraft and a great naval machine, which is the driving force behind the squadrons of American aircraft carriers.
Profile of one of the best fighters of the US Air Force, which has participated in all the last war conflicts. Its strike variant of the F-15E is one of the most effective attack aircraft today.
Profile of one of the best fighters of the US Air Force, which has participated in all the last war conflicts. Its striking variant of the F-15E is one of the most effective attack aircraft today.
Profile of one of the best fighters of the US Air Force, which has participated in all the last war conflicts. Its strike variant of the F-15E is one of the most effective attack aircraft today.
Ever since the first heavier-than-air planes appeared and began to compete with the reigning airships, designers have been flirting with the idea of using heavier aircraft (the term aircraft includes all flying machines, heavier-than-air aircraft and lighter air aerostats) to carry lighter ones.
The article captures the more than 20-year service of reconnaissance Phantoms with the Luftwaffe. It also includes a brief technical description of the RF-4E aircraft and a mention of their maintenance and repairs.
The predominance of Warsaw Pact troops in conventional armaments in the late 1970s could not be overlooked by the Federal Ministry of Defense. All units intended for potential military deployment were assigned a so-called secondary role.
There are many incredible stories and stories from the Vietnam War, but when I first read about this, it seemed too incredible to be true.
Aircraft carriers demonstrated their striking power during World War II. They have become the core of the fleets of all naval powers and are rightly considered the strongest surface units. The only exception was the Soviet Union for many years. To fight combat groups of aircraft carriers had to use the Air Force from ground bases and submarines.
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