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Russia Only Built 1 Su-47 Fighter Plane for a Reason
Forward-swept versions of the Bell X-1, the Douglas D-558, and the North American P-51 Mustang were all proposed. Back then, ...
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Russia's Plane With Backward Wings - The Sukhoi Su 47
The Sukhoi Su-47 "Berkut" was one of the most ambitious fighter jet experiments in aviation history. Featuring forward-swept wings, this Russian aircraft aimed to achieve unmatched maneuverability, ...
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A Guide To 3D Printing Model Aircraft Wings
It’s primarily intended for straight wings with a continuous profile, but it should be adaptable to tapered/swept wings too. A well-designed airframe is essential when pushing aircraft to the ...
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DIY High-Speed FPV Plane Inspired by Aviation Legends
A YouTuber has shared a tutorial on building an FPV (First-Person View) aircraft designed for high-speed flights exceeding 220 km/h (138 mph). This RC plane features a foam board construction with ...
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KC-46A Tanker
Two high-bypass turbofans, mounted under 34-degree swept wings, power the KC-46A to takeoff at gross weights up to 415,000 pounds. Nearly all internal fuel can be pumped through the boom ...