Parts of the wings and tail separated from the airplane while it was in a 50-degree dive, travelling at more than 480 km/h. Breakup occurred at an altitude of 4,500 to 6,500 feet.

Plane wings are traditionally strong, thick and sturdy but a team of researchers led by NASA has created a flexible wing that morphs as it flies. Measuring 14 feet or four meters wide, the new ...

Soaring above the Northumberland coast in a bi-plane offers a rare insight into the work of aerial photographers ...

Source | Clean Aviation, Airbus Defence and Space As reported by the Clean Aviation program, the Green Regional Aircraft (GRA ...

Blended-wing aircraft aren't completely new. The U.S. Air Force has used the concept in some planes for years. According to the Air Force, blending the body and wings can reduce drag by up to 30%.