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Why The F-4 Phantom Won't Be Retired Anytime Soon
A Cold War icon defies expectations, remaining relevant in the 21st century. Discover the secrets behind the F-4 Phantom's enduring legacy.
Why The Douglas DC-8 Outlasted The Boeing 707 By Decades
The DC-8, a rival to the Boeing 707, defied the odds and continued flying cargo missions well into the 2020s, outlasting its competitor by decades.
How Fast Can The F-4 Phantom Fly?
A closer look at what made the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II so special.
Crashes, Groundings & Cover-Ups: Aviation's Most Controversial Aircraft
Five infamous aircraft scandals reveal how aviation’s greatest leaps sometimes exposed deadly blind spots.
MD-11 Flies Again: FedEx Completes First Trijet Flight In 6 Months Since UPS Crash
FedEx is committed to returning its fleet of 29 MD-11s to service, with the first ready to re-enter service later this month.
10 Scrapped Aircraft Programs That No One Ever Talks About
Defined by ambition and often motivated by war, these programs include some pretty unique designs.
Why The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Had Such An Insane Landing Speed
A closer look at the design choices that made the MD-11 a challenging aircraft to land.
The Striking Differences Between The MD-11 & DC-10
Though closely related, the MD-11 and DC-10 differed in range, cockpit design, aerodynamics, and ultimately commercial success.
Why In The World Did Boeing Merge With McDonnell Douglas?
A closer look at the strategic and financial reasons behind Boeing’s McDonnell Douglas merger.
The Striking Differences Pilots Notice Between The F-15 Eagle & The F-35 Lightning II
F-15 vs F-35: two powerful fighter jets built for different eras. One dominates with speed and firepower, the other with stealth, sensors, and data.
How Many McDonnell Douglas MD‑11s Are Still Flying As Freighters?
The MD-11's once-thriving cargo operations have dwindled, with the vast majority of the remaining aircraft now stored rather than actively flying.
How Long Was The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 In Production?
Why the MD-11 was one of the worst failures in modern aviation history.