airplanes, military

Discusses the U-2 spy plane's uses, engines, sensors, and future in the U.S. Air Force.

Introduces various kinds of fighter planes used by the Army Air Force and by the Navy and Marines during World War II, their missions, and the weapons employed.

An introduction to the different kinds of airplanes used in World War II, including information about airplane parts and pilots' codes.

Discusses the design and weapons of three models of the F-14 Tomcat fighter jet and how they are used by the Navy.

Discusses the design and weapons of the F/A-22 Raptor fighter jet (formerly called the F-22) and how it is used by the Air Force.

Simple text and photos introduce the basic parts of a military airplane and the unique abilities of planes such as the Harrier and the B-2 Spirit Bomber.

Describes spy planes, their design, equipment, weapons, crew, missions, and role in the U.S. Air Force.

Provides an overview of the design, uses, weapons, and equipment of U.S. Air Force fighter planes.

Provides information about Stealth technology, looks at different Stealth fighters and bombers, and considers how Stealths might be used in the future.

Examines the role of aviation in World War II, focusing on the use of airplanes by the Allies to defeat Germany, discusses the development of jet power, and includes a spotters' guide to military fighters, as well as illustrations and a glossary.