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fighter aircraft, aircraft designed primarily to secure control of essential airspace by destroying enemy aircraft in combat. The opposition may consist of fighters of equal capability or of bombers carrying protective armament.
Fighter aircraft are military aircraft primarily designed for air-to-air combat. This list does not aim to include attack aircraft primarily intended for different roles, where they have some secondary air-to-air capability.
Jan 24, 2024 · The F-35 is the most advanced, connected fighter aircraft in the world – providing unmatched 5th Generation capabilities for the U.S. and allies around the globe. The 5th Generation F-35 combines stealth, sensors and information fusion in a supersonic, highly maneuverable fighter.
The Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 Raptor is an American single-seat, twin-engine, supersonic all-weather stealth fighter aircraft developed for the United States Air Force (USAF).
Jan 3, 2024 · In 1941, the first Allied jet-powered aircraft, the British Gloster E.28/39, was demonstrated in secrecy to U.S. Army Air Force officials, who then directed American industry to develop a jet...
Mar 26, 2024 · Fighter aircraft are a vital component of any air force and examples such as the F-35 Lightning and F-22 Raptor demonstrate their vast superiority. Airforce Technology analyses the top ten best fighter aircraft in the world, based on aircraft specifications, technology, armament fit and performance. (Last updated: January 2024) March 26, 2024.
Military Aircraft; Fighter Aircraft F-16 Fighting Falcon. F-35C Lightning II. F-35B Lightning II. F-35A Lightning II. F-22 Raptor. F-15 Eagle.
