Why Do Some Fighter Jets Have Tail Hooks?
A hook may seem like a strange component on a fighter jet, but it has a widely important job to keep pilots safe while landing on aircraft carriers.
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The U.S. Navy Is Desperate for More Aircraft Carriers
The U.S. Navy currently operates 11 aircraft carriers, but increasing threats from China, Iran, and regional instability ...
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Ford carrier group equipped with new anti-drone weapons for possible Mideast deployment
USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group conducted its final training exercise recently in the Atlantic Ocean, preparing for a ...
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U.S. Navy’s Next Trainer Jet Won’t Need to Land on Carriers
The U.S. Navy released a new Request for Information for the T-45’s replacement, which will only be required to conduct Field ...