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quot;It is easier and more effective to destroy the enemy's aerial power by destroying his nests and eggs on the ground than to hunt his flying birds in the air."- Gen. Giulio Douhet, noted air power
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Photo] F-22 Raptor stealth jet pilot flies air strike in Syria with U.S. flag in the cockpit - The Aviationist
Despite that the F-117 is retired, why is the U.S. Air Force still had them in service as in using it still? Why not use the YF-23 since it is more stealthy
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Over 20 US military personnel hurt after drone attacks in Syria and Iraq : r/worldnews
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Exclusive: Top US general says Ukraine is 'well prepared' for counteroffensive in war that has 'greater
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Featured Museums - Air Force Historical Foundation
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Air Force unit exploring uses for small drones in Mideast
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Air Force unit exploring uses for small drones in Mideast
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Masters of the Air': Everything We Know About the Highly Anticipated WWII Series
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