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Flight test files: F-111 Aardvark – The journey of the supercritical wing

NASA used the F-111 Aardvark to test supercritical wings, fly-by-wire and adaptive wing tech, shaping modern aircraft design ...
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The U.S. Air Force’s F-111 Aardvark Was a Force to Be Reckoned With

The Aardvark is a funny-looking beast with a long snout that hoovers up food with a pig-like body and thick hide to stymie predators. Does this animal remind you of one of the most combat-effective ...
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Why the F-111 Aardvark Was a Game-Changer in Military Aviation

The General Dynamics F-111, better known in Air Force circles as the Aardvark, was a supersonic, medium-range, multirole combat aircraft that served not only the U.S. Air Force, but the air forces of ...
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The F-111 Aardvark Could Destroy Anything on the Ground

What You Need to Know: The F-111 Aardvark earned a significant place in aviation history despite early controversy and mixed reviews. Initially facing skepticism due to its dual-role design and ...