While those tanks are great at extending an aircraft's range, they will only take the plane so far. For a fighter jet to cover the distance when it really has to travel distance, it can refuel.

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The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter is an undisputed king of the air. Born from a program by the Department of Defense to develop a new plane to replace the aging F-16 Fighting Falcon in the late '90s ...

The F-15 Eagle, originally designed and built by McDonnell Douglas, has been a key player in the U.S. Air Force since it was introduced to service in 1976. The F-15 quickly made a name for itself ...

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Two NATO fighter jet pilots discussed their recent Eurofighter vs F-35 dogfighting competition. The German pilot said his US opponent's F-35 had commendable stealth capabilities. The pilots used ...

Flying in Lockheed's T-33 Shooting Star transported me to the past, showcasing early fighter jet capabilities and how military aviation has advanced. Business Insider Subscribe Newsletters ...