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How the F-22 Raptor Became the World’s Most Lethal Jet

The F-22 Raptor is widely considered the most lethal fighter jet ever built. In this video, we explore its stealth technology ...
Real Engineering on MSN

F-35B - The Jet That Takes Off and Lands Anywhere

B’s unique vertical takeoff and landing system sets it apart from other stealth fighters. This video explains how engineers ...
The Associated Press

US sought to lure Nicolás Maduro’s pilot into betraying the Venezuelan leader

The federal agent had a daring pitch for Nicolás Maduro’s chief pilot: All he had to do was surreptitiously divert the Venezuelan president’s plane ...

Former US fighter pilot warns America's airpower edge is slipping as China builds a bigger, more capable, and readier force

US Air Force officials and experts have long been concerned the fleet is shrinking and aging as China's grows and advances.
AeroTime

US Air Force says it needs 1,500 more fighters to meet future threats

A new US Air Force report to Congress says 1,558 combat-ready jets are needed, requiring faster F-15EX and F-35A production ...
Defense One

Air Force’s 10-year fighter jet report is missing key details, experts say

A new report to Congress pitching the Air Force’s 10-year fighter jet plan is missing key details and explanations, raising ...