Soviet pilot pilot S. Kuzniecov was flying his Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik back from a mission when he was engaged with Messerschmidt fighters. A fierce dogfight ensued, and the pilot was shot down from the sky. As the Sturmovik went down, one of the German pilots decided to land, finish off the Soviet pilot, and maybe […] More
How good do you have to be for Adolf Hitler to put a bounty over your head? King of Hollywood At first glance, the connection between Adolf Hitler and Clark Gable might appear puzzling. Gable, a prominent actor known for his charismatic on-screen presence, portrayed characters with strong moral compasses that resonated with viewers – […] More
There’s no denying that the introduction of drones in modern combat has significantly altered the landscape of war. However, you’ll be surprised that no drone is as feared as the DI Mavic- this tiny commercial drone has managed to outshine even the most advanced drones in the world. It was also crucial to the mission […] More
From the Caliban Rising Channel, Phil Hawes discusses his thoughts on how significant the Mustang was on the ETO and whether its arrival revolutionized the air battle against the Luftwaffe. The P-51 Mustang The Mustang is considered one of the greatest fighters of its generation. This long-range fighter and fighter bomber dominated the skies during […] More
The F-4 Phantom II had gained a fearsome reputation as a highly capable multirole fighter aircraft. It was known for its speed, maneuverability, and advanced weapons systems, making it a formidable asset in the U.S. Air Force and Navy. However, an incident that happened on May 10, 1972, would expose vulnerabilities in the F-4’s design […] More
The Junkers Ju-87, commonly known as the Stuka, was a German dive-bomber that gained notoriety during World War II for its distinctive design and terrifying precision in ground attacks. Here are ten things you should know about the Stuka: 1. A respected dive-bomber The Ju-87’s most significant feature was its dive-bombing capability. The aircraft could […] More
A gull-winged aircraft made of all-metal construction was introduced by the Soviet Union in the early 1950s. “Madge”, as NATO called it, was a flying boat capable of accomplishing a wide array of missions. Here are 5 things you need to know about the Beriev Be-6, the giant Soviet flying boat that chased NATO submarines: […] More
Vasily Emelianenko’s entire united Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik ground attack had just decimated an entire German-controlled airfield in Easter Ukraine. In retaliation, Storm Birds rained hell on the rows of Luftwaffe aircraft. Emelianenko’s engine was shot. He made a brief landing on the open terrain and ran into the woods before a German sniper could pick […] More
The Dornier Do 17 is an aircraft that was nicknamed after its looks, often called the Flying Pencil because of its slim fuselage and tail. It would eventually earn a reputation of being an excellent low-altitude, high-speed, strike aircraft, not quite something you’d immediately link with a twin-engine bomber of this period. First Appearance This […] More
What would happen if the deadliest fighter aircraft ever built went back in time to participate in the First World War? Generations Ahead With a thunderous roar, the F-22 would announce its presence above the trenches of war-torn Europe. And with the ability to supercruise without afterburners, the F-22’s supersonic boom would have left hundreds […] More
The F-16 was an aircraft that was designed to be unstable. But why would the USAF intentionally design and build a fighter jet like this? The Harsh Truth During the Vietnam War, the US realized that their fighter jets couldn’t win dogfights. American fighter jets were either too big, too heavy, or not too agile. […] More
During the battle of the Philippine Sea, the United States Grumman Hellcat was able to dominate was used to be the most feared aircraft in the Pacific- Imperial Japan’s Mitsubishi Zero. No Match The US emerged victorious during the Battle of Midway but realized that their best fighter carrier to combat the Zero- the F4F […] More
