Military Aircraft

 Non-combat aircraft aren't designed for combat as their primary function, but may carry weapons for self-defense. These mainly operate in support roles, and should be developed by either military forces or civilian organizations. Soon after the primary flight of the Wright Flyer, several militaries took an interest in powered aircraft. In 1909 the United States Army purchased the Wright Military Flyer, a two-seat observation aircraft, for the Aeronautical Division, U.S. Signal Corps. Air combat was a notable component of war I, as fighter were developed during the war, long-range strategic bombing became an opportunity, and airplanes were deployed from aircraft carriers. Airplanes also took on a greater sort of support roles, notably medevac, and deployed new weapons like air-to-air rockets to be used against reconnaissance balloons. Aviation technology advanced rapidly within the interwar period, and military aircraft became increasingly capable. Autogyros and helicopters were also developed at this point. During war II, military aviation reached new heights. Decisive air battles influenced the result of the war, early jet aircraft flew combat missions, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles were deployed for the primary time, airborne troops and cargo parachuted into battle, and therefore the nuclear weapons that ended the war were delivered by air.  

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