Why Do Some Military Aircraft Have A Shark Painted On Them?

Psychological warfare is a tool used by armed forces to discourage their enemy, and break their resolve for fighting. It's a ...
Ars Technica

Studying the skin of the great white shark could help reduce drag in aircraft

The great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) is a swift and mighty hunter, capable of reaching speeds as high as 6.7 m/s when breaching, although it prefers to swim at slower speeds for migration ...
Aviation Week

Shark-Inspired Aircraft Mod Makes Sustainability Progress

Lufthansa Technik and coating specialist BASF are continuing to develop their AeroShark surface technology, which is designed to optimize aerodynamics and reduce fuel usage and carbon dioxide ...
Business Insider

Here's why these US Air Force A-10 attack aircraft rock fearsome shark teeth war paint

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The National Interest

The J-15 Flying Shark Fighter Is Just What China’s Aircraft Carriers Need

Summary: The J-15 “Flying Shark” is a carrier-based multirole fighter developed by China’s Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, based on the Russian Su-33 “Flanker-D” design. -Featuring significant ...
AOL

Here's why these US Air Force A-10 attack aircraft rock fearsome shark teeth war paint

The A-10 Thunderbolt II is a close air support aircraft famous for its powerful cannon. But the aircraft is also famous for some ferocious nose art, especially the shark's mouth. An A-10 pilot told ...