While Moscow has determined who will build the Sukhoi Su-35 engine, a bigger prize still looms. The Ufa Engine Production Plant (UMPO) is to manufacture 96 Lyulka-Saturn AL-41F-1S ...

Thrust vectoring—essentially redirecting the plane’s exhaust flow—allows modern fighters to quickly change direction, giving them an edge in close combat. Thrust vectoring nozzles are one of the most ...

Fluidic thrust vectoring and control refer to a suite of aerodynamic techniques that achieve directional control of engine thrust by modulating the flow field through the injection of secondary ...

In January 2011, the maiden flight of a large, dagger-like grey jet announced that China had developed its first stealth aircraft—the Chengdu J-20 “Mighty Dragon.” Six years later, after several ...

Barnstorming is rare at aerospace trade shows these days, but the thrust-vectoring RSK MiG-29M OVT fighter has rekindled the air display spirit with an arresting flying demonstration. The double ...

How NASA's F-15 ACTIVE program tested thrust vectoring and adaptive controls to improve performance of future high-performance aircraft.

Ursa Major, America’s leading privately funded company focused solely on rocket propulsion, today announced an agreement with launch provider Vector Launch to support Vector’s recently awarded U.S.

The Boeing 757 has long held a special place in the aviation community. Its sleek design and versatility have been admired by pilots, airlines, and avgeeks alike since its entry into service in 1983 ...