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Military Aircraft

Air power is increasingly important in modern warfare. Dominance in the air allows the military to destroy targets with minimal risk, thus preparing the way for final ground assaults. The U.S. continues to lead the world in this area with a great deal of investment in aviation technology.

The nature of warfare changed after WWII, from large-scale battles along front lines to rapid, tactical engagements with elusive enemy units. Military aviation evolved to deal with these new requirements. The Vietnam War was the first real helicopter war, and these aircraft have played a major role ever since.

Vought A-7 Corsair II

Skyhawk (left) and Phantom (right)

McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II

Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star

McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II

D-558-1 Skystreak

Sopwith Camel

Lockheed EC-130E Hercules 62-1857

Grumman F-14D Super Tomcat

Boeing/Stearman PT-17 Kaydet

Douglas A-4A Skyhawk

Supersonic Flight

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