military aircraft

Armed flying machines

Military aircraft are airplanes and helicopters designed or adapted for use by armed forces.

They include fighters for air combat, bombers for striking ground targets, transport planes for moving troops and cargo, and reconnaissance aircraft for surveillance.

Unlike civilian aircraft, military aircraft are typically armed or armored and built to withstand combat conditions.

The military aircraft flew in formation over the memorial service.

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Individually owned aircraft

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