Murphy's Fighting Airplanes Laws

Explore 11 laws about Murphy's Fighting Airplanes Laws. From specific cases to general principles, this collection covers the inevitable mishaps.

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If you have got into the sun and are about to ambush the enemy, it will either be a trap or you'll run out of fuel. Sent by Luke.

Your radar will not pick up the enemy behind you or the one in the sun. Sent by Luke.

Corollary: This applies to everything. Sent by Luke.

When getting spare parts for your aircraft, you can get them cheaply, fast, and in good condition. Pick two. Sent by Luke.

You may have the better plane, but the enemy is the better pilot - or vice versa. Sent by Luke.

Your cannon will jam in combat, and when you return to base, there will be nothing wrong with it. Sent by Luke.

Air Brakes don't. Sent by Luke.

Afterburners aren't. Sent by Luke.

Armor' is a fantasy invented by your C.O. to make you feel better. Sent by Luke.

Heat-seeking missiles don't know the difference between friend and foe. Sent by Luke.

The enemy always has the advantage. Sent by Luke.

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