Abstract
Grumman’s A-6 Intruder entered the United States Armed Forces just prior to the involvement of American Forces in Vietnam. The specifics for the airframe emerged during the conflict in Korea, requiring a modernized attack platform with state-of-the-art technology, which could complete its specific mission, without regard to weather conditions. Many corporations accepted this task, with one emerging from the shadows that would become a force multiplier, serving the United States Navy and Marine Corps for decades to come. From pre-production until retirement, the Grumman A-6 Intruder included many technological first, proving itself through time and again, evolving to accept multiple platforms and missions, instilling confidence in crews who piloted the “Big Ugly”, and increasing their lethality due to increased precision thanks to technological advancements. A large quantity of the information compiled to complete this research paper comes from publications authored by Naval Aviators and
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During the time, not a single aircraft existed within the inventory that was a worthy replacement for the SkyRaider. Since none existed, the Navy issued a Bureau of Aeronautics letter, stating the Navy’s proposed requirements for a replacement aircraft. This new prototype had to be an all-weather aircraft capable of flying in zero-zero conditions, day or night, dual crewmember cockpit, with the ability to carry a large payload of ordnance over lengthy distances while remaining low level beneath enemy radar systems. Eight manufactures competed, with the Grumman Aircraft Corporation emerging with the winning design. By April of 1960, Grumman Corporation completed production of its first prototype for testing, the Grumman A2F, which would eventually be known as the Grumman A-6 Intruder for decades to
In today’s world, the use of airplanes in wars or in everyday life has become a part of how we live as human beings. Removing the air forces of the world is like taking a step back in time when wars were only fought on land or sea. WWI began only eleven short years after the Wright brothers achieved powered flight in 19031 and yet aircrafts were being used for surveillance and eventually combat purposes. It is understood that these aircrafts were primitive, but they laid down the foundation for what we know today as fighter jets. The Fokker Eindecker “revolutionized air combat by successfully employing a synchronized forward -firing machine gun mounted on the engine cowling”2. Because this airplane became the first to successfully use a synchronized machine gun, it allowed its pilots to become the first aerial combat tactitions3.
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The P-51 Mustang is regarded by many sources as the greatest fighter plane ever created. With the technological advancements this plane achieved, to it’s service record, to it’s importance in winning World War Two, the Mustang is truly one of the greats. The Mustang played a key role in long range bomber support and saved countless bomber crew’s lives, and pilots loved to fly it. The P-51 had the most aerial victories of any American fighter in World War Two and it was flown by some of America’s top aces. The P-51 was a beast of a fighter plane
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These factors made it a controversial project at times, however its benefits have surpassed the challenges presented along the path of its development. The V-22 Osprey was the first aircraft designed from the ground up to meet the needs of all four branches of the U.S. Armed services. It was produced by partnership of Bell Helicopter Textron with Boeing assigned responsibility for the fuselage, all subsystems, digital avionics and fly-by-wire flight-control systems, and with Rolls Royce-Allison in charge of the development of the two T406 turboshaft engines. Many parties contributing to the design of such complex systems is not uncommon in aviation, but can lead to discrepancies and more challenges. Basically, more parties means more people to double-check figures and math, but also more people to make possible errors.
The development of the B-2 Spirit has become one of the giant leaps in aviation history. Developed by Northrop Grumman, the aircraft became known as one of the best-kept secrets in history. The B-2 Spirit has stealth capabilities that help it become invisible to enemy radar. The Bomber was also the first aircraft to use JDAM capabilities. It became successful in the war in Kosovo. Using its potential and proving itself as an advanced strategic bomber. The Spirit is a very expensive aircraft, one that has stirred controversy amongst politicians and the general public. This aircraft is the grandfather of technologically advanced aircraft that will soon fill the sky above us.
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Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus was born in approximately 163 B.C.E to Tiberius Gracchus the Elder and Cornelia Africana. Gaius Gracchus, his younger brother, was born in 154 B.C.E. In the 2nd century B.C., the two brothers formed “The Gracchi”. The two, born plebeians, belonged to one of the most influential families in Rome, the Sempronia. Their father was the tribune of the plebs, the praetor, consul and censor. Fatherless from a young age, they were taught democratic views by tutors. As they grew older and gained influence, their goal became to restructure Rome in a way that benefited the underprivileged and unfortunate. At the time, their help was especially welcome as members of the Populare, a political group whose purpose was to serve the people, rather than the aristocracy (like the Optimates). The ideals of the Gracchi leaned towards what people today would call populism or socialism; in fact, they are almost reverently called “the founding fathers” (Fife 1) of the aforementioned political parties. The brothers were perhaps so interested in restoring the rights of the people because of the dichotomy of their plebeian births within a noble line.
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In 1957, the army began developing a new fighting force based on the helicopter. ...
Thesis Statement: The birth of the United States Air Force with air supremacy in World War II and beyond would not have been possible had it not been for William “Billy” Mitchell. Introduction: During the early part of World War I a small group of Army leaders believed the use of airplanes in battle, for both reconnaissance and strategic bombing was vital to victory. There were two major players in advocating for a separate branch, each with differing strategies for achieving this goal.
...ary wing aircraft, someone decided to create such a mix of elements to execute such a wide range of missions is truly remarkable. The members of the 123rd Aviation Battalion should be proud of the mission they performed and the lives they impacted while fighting in Vietnam. The 123rd Aviation Battalion’s history and achievements have brought great credit to the Army and Army Aviation.
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Six months of air operations all but exhausted the Chinese air force. The Chinese seek to purchase. Modern aircrafts from a number of countries. A large influx of Soviet aircrafts and volunteer’s pilots promised to modernize the Chinese air force.
Aircraft are one of the biggest areas of advancement in the past. Military aircraft have become more sophisticated in variety, effectiveness, and maneuverability techniques in recent years. After it was found that aircraft could be very useful in war, they started to become a necessity of war. After World War 2, technological advances in aircraft began. The advances include stealth, targeting, maneuverability, etc.