The concept of blended-wing aircraft – where fuselage and wing are all one structure – is not new. But this radical design ...
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This particular RV-9A is a prime example of the design’s potential, representing a rare find in the experimental market. It ...
The unconventional Ryan FR Fireball was the only fighter in operational service to be powered by both piston and jet engines: a true blend of old and new technologies. The fireball was also the first ...