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Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum Preps for Closure

The world’s largest collection of artifacts from aviation and space may become temporarily off limits as the Smithsonian Institution's museums, including the National Air and Space Museum in ...
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Why the Air Force's Lightest Fighter Is Its Most Effective

CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. The F-16 Fighting Falcon has a take-off weight of just 20,000 pounds, less than half the weight of the F-15. But as aerial opponents soon discover ...
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See These Pioneering Air- and Spacecraft in Your Town

Rare Smithsonian artifacts are on display at museums across the country. Mark Strauss This SR-10F Reliant, one of only 18 of this model, participated in airmail pick-up experiments for All American ...
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Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Preps for Closure

The Smithsonian Institution's museums, including the National Air and Space Museum, are at risk of temporary closure due to the ongoing government shutdown. The Smithsonian plans to utilize prior-year ...