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Top 5: The Largest Military Aircraft Of The Second World War

Germany and the US built some of the largest aircraft in the conflict, although many of their designs were unsuccessful.

Germany and the US built some of the largest aircraft in the conflict, although many of their designs were unsuccessful.

As the B-2 is aging, out of production, and not available in sufficient numbers, the Air Force needs a fresh next-generation replacement bomber.

The C-5M Super Galaxy serves a critical role in the US Air Force logistics around the world.

The largest USAF aircraft are converted Boeing commercial aircraft, although it also operates massive purpose-built bomber and transport aircraft.

The WSO spent around 36 hours on the run behind enemy lines.

The B-52 stays relevant thanks to its low operating costs, its plentiful remaining flight hours, and the ability to use stand-off munitions.

Fighter jets perform poorly at their theoretical max speeds which is why they almost never fly at those speeds.

With over a thousand F-35s built and thousands more on order, the F-35’s flyaway costs can be lower than some fourth-generation fighter jets.

A closer look at some of the leading F-35 armadas around the world.