Wings are a vital part of the aerodynamic performance of aircraft. Their design has changed over the years and could change significantly in the future if truce-braced wings or blended wing bodies ...

(CNN) — What caught your eye the last time you looked out of your airplane window? It might have been the winglet, a now ubiquitous appendage at the end of each wing, often used by airlines to display ...

If you've ever studied older military aircraft like the North American F-86 Sabre jet, you may have noticed that many of them had flat metal plates, known as wing fences, on the wings. While these ...

Explore the fascinating science behind lightning strikes on airplanes and how modern aircraft design ensures passenger safety. This article delves into the technology that protects flights, with ...

Throughout aviation history, certain aircraft have stood out not only for their speed and agility but also for their unparalleled armor and resilience. These warbirds, designed to withstand the ...

Air travel is filled with intriguing features that often go unnoticed. Airplanes, in particular, are designed with elements that serve specific purposes to improve safety and efficiency. Understanding ...

Aircraft For Sale's "Today's Top Pick" is a 2024 WACO YMF-5, a modern-built biplane that revives the iconic 1930s open-cockpit design. This hand-built aircraft blends the romantic spirit of aviation's ...

The fuel economy of an aircraft is an assessment of the aircraft's transportation energy efficacy. Enhanced fuel efficiency is achieved through improved aerodynamics, weight reduction, and the ...

The Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas is a 4.5-generation, all-weather, multi-role fighter aircraft designed to meet the diverse operational needs of the Indian Air Force. Built as a true multi-role ...

U.S. Marine Corps Col. J. Joseph (Ret.) told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS safety designs on the plane that crashed last week in Toronto with 80 passengers and crew members on board probably saved “some lives ...

A 2020 Pipistrel Panthera, a high-performance, four-seat retractable aircraft, is today's top pick. The Panthera boasts impressive speed (over 190 ktas), fuel efficiency, and a modern design, ...