dive bomber
Steep-attack aircraft
A dive bomber is a military aircraft designed to attack by diving steeply toward its target before releasing bombs, achieving greater accuracy than level bombing.
The technique was prominent in World War II, with aircraft like the German Stuka and American Dauntless.
Dive bombers screamed down on the convoy.
The tactic has largely been replaced by precision-guided munitions.
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Long-range military aircraft for major targets
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