This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet
It’s a common misconception that the Messerschmitt 262 Schwalbe (Swallow) was the first fighter jet in history, though it certainly … Continue reading This Was the World’s First Fighter Jet
Tag: WWII
The Soviets Once Built a Flying Tank
The words “flying tank” probably conjure mental images of the A-10 Thunderbolt II, a heavily armored gun-toting close air support … Continue reading The Soviets Once Built a Flying Tank
The RAF Commemorated the Legendary Dam Busters Raid Today with these Incredible Composite Images
F-35 “trigger alert”. If mentions of the F-35 offend you, please retreat to your safe space now! No. 617 Squadron … Continue reading The RAF Commemorated the Legendary Dam Busters Raid Today with these Incredible Composite Images
Star Wars’ Connection to WWII-era Military Aviation
The long-awaited seventh movie in the Star Wars saga is close to hitting theaters, and nerds everywhere are beside themselves. … Continue reading Star Wars’ Connection to WWII-era Military Aviation
Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper
In 1942, a smartly attired 29-year-old man by the name of Charles Carpenter signed up to join the United States Army … Continue reading Bazooka Charlie and his Nazi-Tank Killin’ Grasshopper
The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today
“… What General Weygand has called The Battle of France is over. The battle of Britain is about to begin. … Continue reading The Battle of Britain, 75 Years Ago Today
On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill
Some 97 years ago on this day in history, a danger-prone, thrill-chasing kid from Columbus, Ohio set on his way … Continue reading On This Day in 1918, One of America’s Most Celebrated Fighter Pilots Scored His First Kill
British Sea Furies and MiGs in Korea
It’s interesting how conversations can rapidly move from one subject to another in an instant. The other day, a few … Continue reading British Sea Furies and MiGs in Korea
“Be quick, be quiet, and be on time.”
Earlier this week, we shared a picture from Lockheed Martin’s publicity page on our Facebook page. Each and every one … Continue reading “Be quick, be quiet, and be on time.”
A Heart to Heart with Hartmann
Before I get involved in this article, I would like to wish all of the Alert 5 readers out there … Continue reading A Heart to Heart with Hartmann
The Tactical Air Network 