Kapil Kajal

Kapil is a journalist with nearly a decade of experience. Reported across a wide range of beats with a particular focus on air warfare and military affairs, his work is shaped by a deep interest in twentieth‑century conflict, from both World Wars through the Cold War and Vietnam, as well as the ways these histories inform contemporary security and technology.
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Grounded Dreams: Northrop F-20 Tigershark, One of the Best Fighters That Never Went Into Production

The F-20 Tigershark was fast, capable, and ahead of its time, but politics, timing, and…

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Vulcan XH558 Maintenance Update, Winter 2025

The Vulcan to the Sky Trust has reported an “extremely busy year” for Vulcan XH558,…

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How the Most Awkward Looking Aircraft Became a Deadly Night Killer in World War II

Inside the story of an odd-looking fighter jet that became one of WWII's most effective…

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