Ekranoplane

A type of aircraft that uses the ground effect to lift and propel itself. Some models were developed and used by the Soviet Union during World War II, primarily for reconnaissance and coastal patrol missions.

Dornier Do 217

A German medium bomber aircraft used during World War 2. It was a development of the Do 17 and was used in a variety of roles, including night bombing, reconnaissance, and torpedo attacks.

Dornier Do 335

A German mixed-power fighter aircraft with a pusher propeller at the rear and a conventional propeller at the front. It was one of the fastest piston-engined aircraft of World War 2 but was only produced in small numbers.

Douglas A-26 Invader

An American twin-engine attack aircraft that was used in all theaters of World War 2. It was known for its heavy armament and its ability to fly at high speeds.

Dive-Bombing Speed

The velocity at which a dive-bombing aircraft descends towards its target, influencing accuracy and impact.

Dive-Bombing Run

The flight path and actions taken by an aircraft during a dive-bombing attack, from initial approach to bomb release.

Dive-Bombing Accuracy

The precision with which a dive-bombing aircraft can deliver its bombs onto the intended target.

Dive-Bombing Altitude

The height from which a dive-bombing aircraft starts its descent towards the target, influencing accuracy and impact.

Dive Bomber

A type of aircraft designed for attacking targets from a steep dive, gaining speed and accuracy. Popularly used by the German Luftwaffe and the US Navy during World War II, notable examples include the Stuka and the SBD Dauntless.

Dive-Bombing

A tactical maneuver where an aircraft dives steeply towards its target before releasing its bombs at a close range, achieving greater accuracy and impact.