You need the Flash Player version 8.0.0.0 or higher and a JavaScript enabled browser to view this site

Top Ten Bombers: The B-2 Spirit

Related Article: Learn more about the B-2 Spirit.

The stealthy B-2 Spirit changed the face of aeronautical design forever. This American marvel is the most technically advanced bomber ever made and earns its place in the Military Channel's list of top 10 bombers.

Source:

Military Channel
Related Videos

Related Ad Categories

Upload Your Video/Register

browse videos in
aircraft

HowStuffWorks.com Videos: Aircraft MRSS Feed

Sort by:

Sea King Rescue 2

Sea King Rescue 2 (1:27)

From the archives of Discovery: The helicopter crew rescues a stranded individual off the coast. Learn more about rescue at sea in this video.

Sea King Rescue

Sea King Rescue (1:39)

From the archives of Discovery: Watch as the helicopter crew rescues a group of sailors one by one. Learn more about rescue at sea in this video.

Chopper Crash 3

Chopper Crash 3 (1:32)

From the archives of Discovery: Watch as the Royal Navy trains for emergency procedures in a simulated helicopter crash. Learn more about chopper crashes and training simulations in this video.

Chopper Crash 2

Chopper Crash 2 (1:41)

From the archives of Discovery: Watch as the Royal Navy trains for emergency procedures in a simulated helicopter crash. Learn more about chopper crashes and training simulations in this video.

Top Ten Bombers: B-17G Flying Fortress

Top Ten Bombers: B-17G Flying Fortress (4:06)

Meet the bomber that epitomizes the US bombing campaign! Learn more about teh B-17G Flying Fortress and where it places on our list of the top ten.

recently added

Massive Speed: The Sound Barrier

Massive Speed: The Sound Barrier (2:17)

During World War II pilots found that as they reached 700 miles per hour -- the speed of sound -- they were going out of control. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: James Jabara and the Future of Aircraft

Massive Speed: James Jabara and the Future of Aircraft (1:36)

James Jabara was the first jet pilot to gain ace status. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: F-16 Flight Controls

Massive Speed: F-16 Flight Controls (2:15)

The F-16 is intentionally designed to be unstable, and relies heavily on computers to stay in control. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: F-16 Fighting Falcon

Massive Speed: F-16 Fighting Falcon (2:17)

The F-16 can fly at more than twice the speed of sound as demonstrated in these test flights. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: F-86 Sabre

Massive Speed: F-86 Sabre (1:43)

The F-86 was the first plane to successfully go supersonic. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: Spitfire Test Flight

Massive Speed: Spitfire Test Flight (1:54)

Watch as host Mark Williams takes up the Spitfire for a spin. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: Messerschmitt 109 Versus Spitfire

Massive Speed: Messerschmitt 109 Versus Spitfire (0:58)

Host Mark Williams explains the conflict between Britain and Germany's evenly matched fighters. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: Spitfire

Massive Speed: Spitfire (1:43)

With its powerful V12 engine, England's Spitfire, set the bar high for fighters in the Second World War. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: Immelmann Turn

Massive Speed: Immelmann Turn (0:45)

Host Chris Barrie demonstrates this famed fighter aircraft maneuver with some toy planes. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.

Massive Speed: WWI Fighter Evolution

Massive Speed: WWI Fighter Evolution (2:15)

Watch as host Chris Barrie demonstrates some of the early air combat methods then explains the interrupter gear. Check out this clip from Discovery UK's "Massive Speed" series to learn more.