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India.com
09-06-2025
- India.com
World's top 10 fastest military aircraft ever built, the speed of top is..., its name is..., developed by...
New Delhi: The history of aviation has taught us how the aeroplanes have evolved over a period of over 120 years. They have become better, advanced, more efficient, sophisticated, and fast. It is the speed of the aircraft that makes it the most preferable choice for fliers as they cover long distances in a very short time compared to other modes of transport. This is true for passenger, cargo, and military planes, also called fighter jets. Here, we will tell you about the top 10 fastest military aircraft ever built. 10. Bell X-1 Glamorous Glennis of USA, speed of Mach 1.06 (1,100 km/h). This is the first aircraft that, on October 14, 1947, made aviation history by becoming the first aircraft to officially break the sound barrier by reaching speed of 1,100 km/h. It was flown by Chuck Yeager. 9. F-22 Raptor of USA, speed of Mach 2.0 (2,470 km/h). Developed by Lockheed Martin, it is one of the most prolific fighter jets ever made. The Raptor can reach speeds of 2,470 km/h while maintaining stealth characteristics that make it nearly undetectable. 8. Mirage 2000 of France, speed of Mach 2.2 (2,700 km/h). It was developed by Dassault Aviation. This sleek delta-wing fighter can reach speed of 2,700 km/h. The Mirage 2000s have been serving air forces around the world. 7. MiG-29 Fulcrum of Soviet Union, speed of Mach 2.3 (2,850 km/h). The MiG-29 Fulcrum was first flown in 1977. It is capable of reaching speed of 2,850 km/h. The MiG-29 has a deadly combination of speed and agility. 6. Su-27 Flanker of Soviet Union, speed of Mach 2.35 (2,900 km/h). it made its first flight in 1977 by the Soviet Union. It can reach speed of 2,900 km/h. 5. F-15 Eagle of USA, speed of Mach 2.5 (3062 km/h). The F-15 Eagle was developed in the late 1960s and remained one of the main aircraft of the US military. Built purely for air combat, it could reach speed of 3062 km/h. 4. MiG-31 Foxhound of Soviet Union, speed of Mach 2.83 (3500 km/h). The MiG-31 Foxhound was introduced in 1981. It is capable of reaching speed of 3,500 km/h. 3. MiG-25 Foxbat of Soviet Union, speed of Mach 3.2 (3920 km/h). The MiG-25 Foxbat was first observed in the 1960s. It could reach speed of 3,920 km/h at high altitudes. 2. SR-71 Blackbird of USA, speed of Mach 3.32 (4067 km/h). The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is regarded as one of the most iconic aircraft ever built. It could reach speed of 4067 km/h. Flying the SR-71 required special pressure suits and training. 1. X-43 of USA, speed of Mach 9.6 (11,760 km/h). The unmanned X-43 achieved an incredible 11,760 km/h using scramjet technology that breathed the supersonic airflow.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Yahoo
Flyovers taking to Oregon, Washington skies for Memorial Day
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Take a look up at the skies this Memorial Day when F-15 Eagle fighter jets will fly across parts of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. The Oregon Military Department says they are planning 17 different flyovers on Monday, beginning at 9:14 a.m. over the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Gresham. What's open and closed on Memorial Day? 'It's an incredible honor to fly for the Air National Guard on Memorial Day, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom,' said Maj. Graham Johnson, one of the two flyover pilots. These jets will be flying at close to 1000 feet up in the air at speeds of 400 miles per hour. Full schedule below: 9:14 a.m. Forest Lawn Cemetery, Gresham, Ore. 9:30 a.m. Veterans Memorial, Springfield, Ore. 10:13 a.m. Mt. View Cemetery, Oregon City, Ore. 10:15 a.m. Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, Ore. 10:18 a.m. Adams Memorial Cemetery, Molalla, Ore. 10:25 a.m. Timber Linn Memorial Park, Albany, Ore. 10:33 a.m. Depoe Bay, Ore. 10:55 a.m. Dallas Cemetery, Dallas, Ore. 10:58 a.m. Restlawn Memory Gardens, Salem, Ore. 11:00 a.m. WWII Memorial, Salem, Ore. 11:05 a.m. Calvary Cemetery, Mt. Angel, Ore. 11:06 a.m. Belle Passi Cemetery, Woodburn, Ore. 11:11 a.m. Veterans Memorial Park, Beaverton, Ore. 11:15 a.m. Fir Lawn Memorial Park, Hillsboro, Ore. 11:16 a.m. Forest View Cemetery, Forest Grove, Ore. 11:19 a.m. Vernonia Memorial Cemetery, Vernonia, Ore. 11:28 a.m. Fort Vancouver, Vancouver, Wash. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
US Deploys F-15 Fighter Jets To Defend Indian Ocean Outpost
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. U.S. Air Force F-15 fighter jets have been deployed to Diego Garcia to protect its assets on the Indian Ocean island, it has been reported. A U.S. official told Air & Space Forces Magazine that the aircraft had been sent to the island to provide force protection, without specifying how many planes had been sent. Military online magazine The War Zone said at least four of the aircraft had been sent to protect assets there, which include B-52H bombers. Newsweek has contacted the Pentagon for comment. F-15 Eagle fighter jets fly over the race course during the 129th Boston Marathon on April 21, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. F-15 Eagle fighter jets fly over the race course during the 129th Boston Marathon on April 21, 2025, in Boston, It Matters Part of the British Indian Ocean Territory, Diego Garcia is a strategic operating location for the and U.K. and U.S. militaries. It hosts Space Force operations and is a key port for U.S. Navy vessels, including nuclear submarines, and shelters a Sealift Command Prepositioning Ship Squadron. TWZ reported the U.S. is stepping up its defense of the island amid a growing threat from Iran and its regional proxies, with Tehran commissioning vessels that can launch ballistic and cruise missiles as well as long-range kamikaze drones. What To Know U.S. Air Force F-15 fighters were deployed to Diego Garcia to protect the assets there, CDR Matthew Comer, chief of media and current operations, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Public Affairs, told the The War Zone. The website cited an unnamed source as saying a contingent of at least four of the fighter jets had been sent to protect assets, which include B-52H bombers, five KC-135 tankers, a C-17 cargo plane and a white-colored airliner. It said that satellite imagery taken on Friday showed the planes although it was not clear whether they were F-15C/D Eagles, which the U.S. Air Force is steadily retiring, or F-15E Strike Eagles. An unusually large force of six B-2 Spirit stealth bombers started arriving on the island in March. The aircraft subsequently conducted strikes on Iranian-backed Houthi militants in Yemen, TWZ reported. While the remoteness of the island was a natural barrier for adversaries, Iran has posed a growing threat in recent years with Tehran demonstrating missile and drone capabilities, including launchers in standard shipping containers. U.S. Command has paused its military campaign, Operation Rough Rider, against the Iranian-backed Houthis earlier this month. During the campaign, the Houthis fired on U.S. ships and aircraft and downed at least seven U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drones. The USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier lost two F/A-18s off its deck and the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier was also deployed to the region. What People Are Saying CDR Matthew Comer, spokesperson for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, told The War Zone: "The F-15s are deployed providing force protection." What Happens Next There are not many details about the deployment of the F-15s but the U.S. appears to be protecting its military assets on Diego Garcia. After President Donald Trump announced the U.S. would stop its bombing campaign against Houthis, he has left open the possibility of still using force against the Tehran-backed group.
Powys County Times
07-05-2025
- Powys County Times
F-15 Eagle warplane flies through Mach Loop in Wales
A photographer has shared stunning images showing a US warplane zooming over Mid Wales. David Robertshaw also shot a British Typhoon as it roared through the Mach Loop in Snowdonia last week. He said: "While camping near Dolgellau last week, I witnessed and photographed a breathtaking display of fast jet activity in one of the UK's most iconic flight training areas. "Against the rugged backdrop of Snowdonia, I captured rare close-range images of both the Eurofighter Typhoon and F-15 Eagle, two of the world's most powerful aircraft." The area, which is commonly known as the Mach Loop, is famous among aviation enthusiasts for offering the chance to see aircraft flying low and fast through the Welsh valleys. David added: "In perfect weather conditions, I was in the right place at the right time, and with camera in hand, managed to shoot some of the best images I've ever taken. "One particular highlight is a dramatic close-up of the F-15's engine, showcasing incredible detail and power, the lighting, angle, and proximity all came together in a way I couldn't have planned. It's a rare view of an aircraft that's normally just a blur overhead. "Alongside this image, other photos capture the Typhoon and F-15 carving through the valleys with speed and precision, offering a vivid glimpse into the skill of their pilots and intensity of low-level flight."
Wales Online
07-05-2025
- Wales Online
US warplane seen tearing through sky over Wales
US warplane seen tearing through sky over Wales Photographer David Robertshaw captured the US F-15 Eagle as it flew over Snowdonia in North Wales, alongside a British Typhoon jet as it roared through the valleys A fighter jet over a part of north Wales last week Breathtaking images capture a U.S. warplane soaring over Wales. Photographer David Robertshaw also snapped a British Typhoon as it thundered through Snowdonia last week. He shares: "While camping near Dolgellau last week, I witnessed and photographed a breathtaking display of fast jet activity in one of the UK's most iconic flight training areas. Against the rugged backdrop of Snowdonia, I captured rare close-range images of both the Eurofighter Typhoon and F-15 Eagle, two of the world's most powerful aircraft." The area, popularly known as the Mach Loop, is renowned among aviation enthusiasts for providing opportunities to see aircraft flying low and fast through the Welsh valleys. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here . Images captured by a photographer near Dolgellau Article continues below David says: "In perfect weather conditions, I was in the right place at the right time, and with camera in hand, managed to shoot some of the best images I've ever taken. "One particular highlight is a dramatic close-up of the F-15's engine, showcasing incredible detail and power, the lighting, angle, and proximity all came together in a way I couldn't have planned. It's a rare view of an aircraft that's normally just a blur overhead. "Alongside this image, other photos capture the Typhoon and F-15 carving through the valleys with speed and precision, offering a vivid glimpse into the skill of their pilots and intensity of low-level flight." Article continues below
