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Category: Global Aircrafts
Buran Orbiter
The Buran was the first reusable manned space vehicle in Russia.
The Buran can put up to 30 tons of payload into space and return up to 20 tons to Earth.
The Buran was the first spaceplane to automatically land.
The Energia engines can launch 120 tons into orbit as opposed to 30 tons for the Space Shuttle. Continue reading “Buran Orbiter”
Dassault Mirage F1
The F-1 was designed to replace the Mirage III, and remained the standard French fighter before the Mirage 2000 entered service. Continue reading “Dassault Mirage F1”
F-16 Fighting Falcon
The F-16 flew more sorties in Operation Desert Storm than any other aircraft.
The F-16 is the most numerous fighter in the West. Continue reading “F-16 Fighting Falcon”
FJ-1 Fury
The Fury was the first US jet fighter to have one straight ram duct with its entrance in the nose. Continue reading “FJ-1 Fury”
Mi-26 Halo
The Mi-26 is the heaviest and most powerful helicopter in the world.
This Halo is the first helicopter with an eight-blade main rotor. Continue reading “Mi-26 Halo”
Proteus
The Proteus can be modified for almost any mission needed and can also be used as an UAV. Continue reading “Proteus”
Supermarine Spitfire
No known major achievements Continue reading “Supermarine Spitfire”
X-35 Joint Strike Fighter
No known major achievements Continue reading “X-35 Joint Strike Fighter”
Alpha Jet
No known major achievements Continue reading “Alpha Jet”