Jet engines are relatively simple in their basic design, but advancements in gas turbine engine technology have mostly done away with the cool-looking bucket-type reverse thrust systems.

Even though a jet will spend the majority of its time in the air, the vehicles still need a way to stop when it lands. So, ...

However, instead of that, you feel the distinct sensation of force being pressed against you, as though they were firing in reverse ... of the jet engines aptly named the thrust reversers.