The de Havilland DH. 91. Only 7 of these wooden, hand made beauties were ever built.3yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/aviation
The SR-71's wings were corrugated which went against core principles of aerodynamics, but were needed as the intense heat during Mach 3 would have caused a smooth wings to split whereas a corrugated ones could expand vertically and horizontally while also adding longitudinal strength. [1920x1080]6yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
MRW I go to the beach on July 4th and see all the gorgeous ladies wearing American Flag Bikinis10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
Only Married men were allowed to fly the SR-71 Blackbird, as it was deemed a job fit only for 'emotionally stable' individuals. [133x530]9yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
My cousin's reaction trying to get someone to adopt a homeless cat she found living in her garage...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
In case of complete hydraulic and electrical failure, the A-10 is the only frontline jet aircraft that can still be flown with pure 'manual reversion'. No computers needed. [950x1425]10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
In order to obtain the vast amounts of titanium needed for the construction of the SR-71, the CIA created fake companies throughout the world to purchase the metal from the biggest supplier, The U.S.S.R.[1280X800]10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
The distinctive tailplane of the F-4 Phantom was given 23° downward tilt to make it purposely unstable. Stable planes make poor fighters. [1200x918]10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
Goodhart's Law: If you pick a measure to assess people’s performance, then don't be surprised if they find a way to game it2yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/antiwork
Because we could all use some cheering up right now: A photo of Gronk holding a puppy about to go to Middle School.8yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Patriots
MRW I'm installing a program and BING comes out of nowhere asking to be my default search engine...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
The longest recurring actor in a Video Game franchise... still hasn't aged a bit12yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/gaming
My pack and contents for a 3 day Pemi Loop hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire8yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/CampingandHiking
My sister is hiking in Nepal and she said there is so much weed, the locals are feed it to their livestock. I called B.S....then she sent this13yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/trees
MRW I watch the 8 year old kids that I'm teaching start blaming each other for my silent farts.10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
I found an old family computer with my cringe-worthy AOL IM username still saved...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/AdviceAnimals
Two different pictures of Ron Washington holding a baseball bat, 26 years apart.10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/baseball
B-36 Bomber releasing a FICON F-84 Thunderjet. The fighter could be carried as an escort, released to provide support, and recaptured for the flight back home. [729X482]11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
This beautiful 'Merican bird is 62 years old today, and still flying strong...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MURICA
When I'm bored I make jerky gift boxes using a variety of exotic spices purchased online. Then I give the gift to myself. [857 X 452][OC]11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/FoodPorn
As a guy on Paleo, I've been using Graze.com for a few months now and I'm very pleased. About $5 a week and I get Paleo friendly options like this shipped free...link to free box inside.12yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Paleo
Republic XF-84H Thunderscreech. The fastest propeller driven aircraft of all time, but also the loudest aircraft ever built. [1156x790]11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
Diana Rigg - (1969). Currently starring as Lady Oleanna on Game of Thrones.10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/OldSchoolCool
XB-70 Bomber utilizing downward facing delta wing configuration to maximize 'compression lift' during transonic flight, 1965. [602x482]11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
Thought you guys might like the provisions my roommates and I got for the big game...13yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/nfl
Argentine A-4AR Skyhawk. A 60 yr old design that is still in active service. [2733x1822]11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
To my fellow New Englanders weathering the blizzard tonight I say: ignore the media, ignore the haters, and ignore the noise. Stay safe and just listen to your beer...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Patriots
A-10 Thunderbolt displaying redundant landing configuration. Even with complete hydraulic and mechanical failure, the design allows for safe landing. [1600 × 972]12yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
My buddy, a Bills fan, grabbed this beer yesterday while they were making their final drive... 12yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Patriots
To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee; for hate's sake...I spit my last breath at thee11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/ftlgame
MRW I went to the new Korean salon in my town for a haircut, and the 45 year old Asian lady starts rubbing my crotch...11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
How I felt when ESPN said Broncos are still looking at other 'marquee' Free Agents....11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Patriots
The biggest difference I have noticed after living in both Texas and New York...12yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/fffffffuuuuuuuuuuuu
Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Gant, inspects the intake of a 64th Aggressor Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon. [1335x801]11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
Just hit 50,000 miles on my 21 year old beauty. Still the best 1,400 I ever spent.13yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/motorcycles
MRW my Uncle's crazy theories about the missing Malaysian airplane start coming true...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
Woman in a polka pot dress NYC (1946) - Photographed by Stanley Kubrick10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/OldSchoolCool
MRW when I finally finish my PhD and get my Doctorate, only to realize I've spent my life in academia and have 50k in student loans.10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
Convair B-36 Bomber, 1950. The longest wingspan of any combat aircraft ever built. Six turning, and four burning... [1024X768] 12yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/MilitaryPorn
MRW someone submits an older reactiongif, but uses a new title that makes me appreciate it all over again...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
MRW my girlfriend found my hidden porn folder...and deleted its contents.11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reactiongifs
Wish this guy made an appearance at the Reunion last night, but I guess he can be excused. He's still doing his thing, 200 innings every year...10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/redsox
USA robbed of a 3-2 win in the World Cup....immediate Wiki update on Mali.15yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/reddit.com
Like many here, I was looking for the Brady Beanie without success. Grandpa sent this over yesterday...11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Patriots
So if you kill all the crew in the rebel flagship at the first battle... you just fight an empty ship with AI the rest of the way. By far my easiest play through.11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/ftlgame
These calls during dinner from random groups asking for contributions are getting pretty annoying.10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/AdviceAnimals
As a motorcyclist, this is the worst thing about winter in New England this year...13yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/motorcycles
Maron'! You liked that NY pizza? Here's a real brick oven fired White Clam pizza from Frank Pepe's in New Haven, CT. (rated #1 in the USA) [922x724]10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/FoodPorn
My regular homebrew side project. 15 gallons, 10 minutes of total work...always a big hit during the holidays.13yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Homebrewing
Riding a Royal Enfield Bullet in the foothills of the Himalayas... Cagers will never know happiness like this12yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/motorcycles
During a ferry ride found that my buddy's hat perfectly completed the Adirondack mountain range in Lake George, New York.10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
I bought a home on an Estate sale recently and found this lockbox in a basement closet. Should I call a locksmith or could I try to open it on my own?7yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/lockpicking
While everyone's excited that IBM's supercomputer WATSON is making BBQ sauces for people. I can't help but wonder if he picked up the recipe from this book.10yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/funny
Going on a long hike this weekend so I decided to make the perfect hiking snack: Coconut Energy Nut Balls. 13yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/Paleo
The cartoon mascot on the back of this bus looks like a happy Hitler.11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
For all those RTS gaming peasants who still toil with consoles, I offer this message...11yr ⋅ nickrct ⋅ r/pcmasterrace
