Mighty Planes

Omega 707, an aerial tanker that refuels fighter jets as they're in flight, takes part on a critical three-day U.S. Navy and Marine Corps exercise.

Hurricane hunter P-3 Orion flies into the eye of tempests, collecting the necessary data to predict a storm's strength and path, and ultimately save lives.

An inside look at the supersized private jet, featuring gold seatbelts, a gourmet kitchen, a master bedroom, a shower, and one demanding owner.

Two grueling U.S. Air Force missions, one in Alaska and the other in Hawaii, put two C-17 Globemaster III cargo ships to the test.

NASA's SOFIA is the world's largest flying space observatory, a converted 747 that offers scientists a look at space that no earthbound space telescope can provide.

A behind-the-scenes look at the legendary Blue Angels, and what it takes to get its team of pilots, maintenance crews, and F/A-18 Hornets ready for each air show.