In one scene from National Geographic’s new limited series about naval fighter pilots, Navy Lt. j.g. Andrew Seepe speeds back to base in his T-45 Goshawk trainer following a successful skills test.
As so many who have served in the military will attest, the sense of togetherness is absolutely paramount. You and your comrades are part of something vitally important to the defense of a nation, and ...
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How Do Pilots Actually Eject From a Fighter Jet?

A civilian-owned Hawker Hunter fighter jet, acting as a “red air” adversary for the U.S. Navy, crashed into the Pacific off ...
If you've ever watched a movie like "Top Gun," "Independence Day," or anything dealing with fighter jets, you've likely heard pilots say "Fox One," "Fox Two," or "Fox Three" when they fire a missile.
While fighter pilots often stick to the same airframe throughout their careers, some specialized pilots may stick to one ...
One might expect devastatingly sad stories from a former prisoner of war, but as soon as Retired Major General John Borling launches into one of his fighter pilot jokes or offers a humorous comment, ...
A U.S. Navy stealth fighter pilot was forced to eject from a $100 million F-35C Lightning II jet moments before the plane slammed into a California cotton field, say officials. Plumes of black smoke ...
WASHINGTON (7News) — The Air Force Thunderbirds are at Joint Base Andrews this weekend for an incredible show. One of the pilots flying over the weekend is Major Laney Schol, pilot for the number 6 ...