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No. The C-5 Galaxy is the largest and heaviest.
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What is the meaning of nose bomber?
A nose bomber is a aircraft that was used in World War II. It provided the ability to bypass the army and navy of an enemy and use massive firepower.
How many planes are in a squadron?
The number of aircraft assigned to a squadron varies depending on the type of squadron and the nationality. For World War Two, most of the time: United States: Army Air Force-Fighter Squadron is 25+ Army Air Force-Bomber Squadron is 12 to 16 Navy Fighter Squdron is 16 to 32 Navy Dive Bomber, Torpedo Bomber or Scout Bomber Squadron is 12 to 18 Japan: Army Fighter or Bomber Squadron (Chutai) is 9 to 12 Navy Fighter or Bomber Squadron (Chutai) is 6 to 12 Great Britain: RAF Fighter Squadron is 12 RAF Bomber Squadron is 6 to 12 France 1939-1940: Army Fighter or Bomber Squadron (Escadrille) is 9 Germany: Luftwaffe Fighter Squadron (Staffel) is 12 Luftwaffe Bomber Squadron (Staffel) is 9
Why didn't the Germans develop a heavy bomber during world war 2?
The Germans were developing heavy bombers at the very end of the war, but they were not yet in production. Heavy bombers were never a priority to the Luftwaffe. At the start of the war, the German government and Luftwaffe priorities were focused on aircraft that could support the German Army, instead of engage in strategic warfare (strategic bombing). The German Luftwaffe's primary mission was to help the Army win land battles & campaigns. Later the priorities shifted to air defense of the skies over Germany.
What is a C-2 aircraft?
an army aircraft
When was the B1 bomber invented?
World War 1The Martin MB-1 or Glenn Martin Bomber was the first U.S.-designed bomber procured by the U.S. Army in quantity in the World War I era. The Martin GMB was first flown on Aug. 15, 1918, and nine of the 10 aircraft ordered were completed before the end of WWI. Link with photo:http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=2414Modern Stealth BomberThe B-1A Lancer bomber flew in 1974 . After several program cancellations, the a/c was re-designed to save costs and first production model of the revised B-1B first flew in October 1984. It became operational on October 1, 1986.
What is the B-17?
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is an American four-engine heavy bomber aircraft developed for the U.S. Army Air Corps (USAAC). Competing against Douglas and Martin for a contract to build 200 bombers, the Boeing entry outperformed both the other competitors and more than met the Air Corps' expectations.
Does the army have f4 aircraft?
no
Is there really a US Army Air Delivery Service?
It probably isn't in the sense that you're thinking. Air delivery in the Army typically refers to Army parachute riggers and the work they do to set up equipment (heavy drops, etc.). However, these deliveries are still typically made by US Air Force aircraft, and coordinated by US Air Force Loadmasters. The Army has a very limited fleet of cargo aircraft (consisting pretty much solely of the C-23 Sherpa), and relies on the Air Force for heavy airlift capabilities.
Why can't the US Army have Fixed-Wing Aircraft with guns bombs and missiles?
The Army does have fixed winged aircraft. The Army Does Not have ARMED fixed-winged aircraft. It does Not have fixed-wing aircraft armed with guns, missiles, rockets and/or bombs. Next time, read the question.
Does the U.S. Army have more aircraft than the U.S. Air Force?
During the Vietnam War (1945 - 1975), the US Army had more HELICOPTERS (Rotor Wing Aircraft) than all of the branches combined (Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard). Taking into account all types of aircraft (fixed wing and helicopters); Today (2010) the US Air Force has far more aircraft than the Army.
What were the aircraft on the U.S. aircraft carriers in World War 2?
Fighters: 1. Wildcats 2. Hellcats 3. Corsairs 4. Bearcats Bombers: 1. Dauntless 2. Helldiver 3. B-25 Mitchell meidum bomber (US Army Air Corps) Torpedo planes: 1. Vindicator 2. Avenger
What is the cost of a b-29 bomber?
The question of the cost of a military aircraft is hard to answer. The reason is the military will buy a production run that includes, support, technical documentation & drawings, training, and manuals, spare parts and spare engines. The Army does not usually go out and buy 1 airplane like we buy a car. The B-29 is an old airplane that is no longer made. So are you referring to the original cost of this bomber or the cost to buy a restored, flying bomber?
