Aviation Facts

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Jet Fuel vs Diesel: Are they the same?
Aviation
Despite their seemingly different names, diesel and jet fuel share many similarities but are differe... Read more
How many 747 Jumbo Jets were manufactured?
Aviation
1574 Boeing 747 aircraft were manufactured between 1968 and January 31, 2023 over its 55 year produc... Read more
What Does "Dead Stick" Mean?
Aviation
"Dead stick" refers to flying an aircraft without engine power, often after an engine failure. The t... Read more
What is 'dead man's curve'?
Aviation
"Dead man's curve" is a danger zone for helicopters where flying too low and too slow can make it ne... Read more
What was the first US combat aircraft?
Military
The de Havilland DH-4, based on the British de Havilland bomber design, is considered the first comb... Read more
What is the oldest military aircraft?
Aviation
The 1909 Wright Military Flyer was the world's first military aircraft, acquired by the U.S. Army fo... Read more