Key Points and Summary - A rundown of five of the greatest U.S. military aircraft that were canceled before entering service highlights how even promising designs can fail. The list includes the X-44 ...

What if one design breakthrough were to double the range and payload of a fighter, and make it more maneuverable than its fabled ancestor? In the early 1980s, the F-16XL was such a groundbreaking ...

Aviation Week's October 23, 1995 cover showcased the General Dynamics F-16XL during its historic first flight on October 13. The aircraft featured a specialized large suction panel mounted on its left ...