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Tupolev Tu-95LAL: A Look At Russia's Crazy Nuclear Powered Bomber

Tupolev Tu-95LAL: A Look At Russia's Crazy Nuclear Powered Bomber

The Tupolev Tu-95LAL completed some 40 flights, but none of them with the nuclear reactor powering the aircraft.

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
Second World War Heavy Bomber: The Story Of The Handley Page Halifax II

Second World War Heavy Bomber: The Story Of The Handley Page Halifax II

The bomber was fast but rather vulnerable.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
Which Notable Aviation Records Did The English Electric Canberra Bomber Set?

Which Notable Aviation Records Did The English Electric Canberra Bomber Set?

The Canberra was quite the climber and endurance runner.

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
The UK's Three V Bombers - Their Roles & Capabilities

The UK's Three V Bombers - Their Roles & Capabilities

These three bombers comprised Britain's nuclear deterrent for many years.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
5 Cool Facts About The Avro Lancaster Bomber

5 Cool Facts About The Avro Lancaster Bomber

One of the most critical bombers of WWII.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Which Is The Loudest Military Aircraft In The World?

Which Is The Loudest Military Aircraft In The World?

The Turboprop-powered Tupelov Tu-95 Bear is the loudest military aircraft flying today.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Set For Flyover Of Rose Bowl In Pasadena

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Set For Flyover Of Rose Bowl In Pasadena

The B-2 Spirit is returning to the Rose Bowl after skipping out in 2023 after the whole fleet was grounded.

Rytis Beresnevičius 2 years ago
Which Bomber Aircraft Flies The Fastest?

Which Bomber Aircraft Flies The Fastest?

Several bomber aircraft, both historic and current, have reached speeds over Mach 2.

Justin Hayward 2 years ago
Top 5: The Bombers With The Biggest Wingspans In History

Top 5: The Bombers With The Biggest Wingspans In History

The list features several iconic aircraft from the 40s to the 90s.

Vincenzo Claudio Piscopo 2 years ago
Everything You Need To Know About The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit

Everything You Need To Know About The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit

Only 21 B-2 stealth bombers were ever built.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
5 Things That Made The B-17 Bomber An Incredible Aircraft

5 Things That Made The B-17 Bomber An Incredible Aircraft

The aircraft had an impressive array of features.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
70 Years Old: What Is The Martin B-57 Canberra & How Is It Used Today?

70 Years Old: What Is The Martin B-57 Canberra & How Is It Used Today?

More than 400 Martin B-57 were produced for the USAF.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
The B-24 Bomber: A Brief History

The B-24 Bomber: A Brief History

More B-24s were produced than any other bomber in history, yet few remain today.

Jonathan E. Hendry 2 years ago
The Top 5 Strategic Bomber Aircraft In Operation Today

The Top 5 Strategic Bomber Aircraft In Operation Today

Strategic bombers are less numerous than they used to be, but are still used by the US, Russia, and China.

Justin Hayward 2 years ago
Bad To The 'Bone': How Did The B-1B Bomber Get Its Nickname?

Bad To The 'Bone': How Did The B-1B Bomber Get Its Nickname?

The USAF has 45 active B-1B bombers based in South Dakota and Texas.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
How Many Variants Of The 'Superfortress' B-29 Bomber Were There?

How Many Variants Of The 'Superfortress' B-29 Bomber Were There?

​​​​​​​There were five prototype and production variants, plus at least seven modified variants post-war.

Justin Hayward 2 years ago
What Was The First Bomber Aircraft In The United States?

What Was The First Bomber Aircraft In The United States?

The GMB-1 was the first purpose-built bomber manufactured in the US.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Are There Any Airworthy Stuka Diver Bombers Left?

Are There Any Airworthy Stuka Diver Bombers Left?

No examples remain flying, but one is under restoration.

Justin Hayward 2 years ago
Broken Arrow: The B-36 Bomber That Lost The USA's First Atomic Bomb

Broken Arrow: The B-36 Bomber That Lost The USA's First Atomic Bomb

The term 'broken arrow' refers to any accident involving the loss of such a weapon that does not risk war.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
No Longer Howling: Why The Avro Vulcan Bomber Can't Fly Anymore

No Longer Howling: Why The Avro Vulcan Bomber Can't Fly Anymore

The last Vulcan last flew in 2015.

Justin Foster 2 years ago