How The First “Fighter” Came To Use Stealth Technology
Between 1981 and 1990, 59 were constructed. In 2008, the F-117 was officially decommissioned by the United States Air Force to make room in the budget for the F-22, the…
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Between 1981 and 1990, 59 were constructed. In 2008, the F-117 was officially decommissioned by the United States Air Force to make room in the budget for the F-22, the…
The United Kingdom, Italy, and Japan are working to create a groundbreaking new fighter plane. The three countries have joined together to create a sixth-generation fighter plane. 6th-Generation Fighter. Image…
Which of the F-22 and F-35 would a fighter pilot choose? Porsche or Ferrari: Which would you like to drive? Which fighter steals? Capt. Andrew “Dojo” Olson, F-35 Demonstration Team…
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, Iran's former president, released a mock-up of the Qaher-313 in February 2013. Qaher-313. Image Credit: Iran State Media. Iran's Qaher-313 Stealth Fighter: False News? The Islamic Republic of…
If events had unfolded differently a few years ago, Japan might already use an updated version of its stealth YF-23 fighter. Image: Creative Commons. Northrop Grumman designed a new Japanese…
"After months of rumours, Japan last week confirmed that it will participate in the British-Italian sixth-generation fighter programme, giving the British-led Team Tempest an official new partner. Not exactly a…
The X-44 Manta never made it past a design concept, but its short life influenced later stealth designs like the F-22 Raptor. X-44 Manta. Artist Rendering. The X-44 Manta Design…
If countries can afford the F-35, it is unlikely they would go for a Su-75. That means the F-35 will likely be a sales smash for years. Russia's Su-75 Checkmate…