The final selection showcased a stunning lineup of exceptional aircraft—complete with a few unexpected picks. Do you agree with the choices? As with any list of this kind, personal preferences play a big role, and narrowing it down to just ten meant leaving out some truly remarkable planes. Among those we had to leave off were the elegant Staggerwing, the F-106, P-38, Electra, B-1B, Vigilante, and the iconic Constellation. Share your thoughts in the comments—what aircraft do you think should have made the cut?
10 North American P-51 Mustang
9 General Dynamics F-16XL
8 Republic XF-12 Rainbow
7 Grumman F-14 Tomcat
6 North American F-86 Sabre
5 McDonnell XP-67 ‘Moonbat’
4 Ryan ST
3 Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird
2 North American XB-70 Valkyrie
1 Northrop YF-23
