So the question is, why can’t a high-power jet with immense thrust and a large wingspan simply turn at its highest speeds?

If you happen to live near an Air Force or Naval Aviation base, there's a good chance you've seen various aircraft flying overhead. You've probably also thought to yourself, "Why do those fighter jets ...

The F-35 may be slower than older jets, but there's a good reason why speed isn't the secret to winning in the skies. A pilot explains the physics behind it.