Top 10 Military Aircraft in the world

The most powerful combat aircraft in the world
Military aircraft manufacturers continue to flex their "muscle" by introducing advanced fighters that incorporate smart "killer" technologies.

A report published by the Military Today military website reviewed a list of the 10 most powerful combat aircraft in the world, based on analyzes by military experts, and based on criteria most notably the ability to conceal, arm, speed, range and maneuverability, in addition to the technology used in them.

 1. F-22 Raptor

An aircraft manufactured by the American company Lockheed Martin, and it is distinguished by its ability to hide from radar devices, and it has different and multiple armament capabilities, and it is considered the latest, most advanced and expensive in the combat aircraft industry.

Many of the sensors, navigational devices, and the technology embedded in them are still "secret," noting that they entered military service in 2003, and were not offered for sale to foreign countries, even to NATO member states.

Its engines allow it to travel long distances, and it has high maneuverability.

Through this plane, the United States aimed to restore its superiority over the rest of the combat aircraft in the world, especially the Russian fighters, after the Sukhoi 27 entered service with the Russian Air Force.

Lockheed Martin F35
Lockheed Martin F35

 2. F-35

The aircraft is also known as "Lightning 2" or "Lightning 2", and it is a multi-tasking fighter that was developed within a joint international program, and is expected to replace many American combat aircraft, such as the F-16, F-18 and others.

Its design appears somewhat similar to the "F-22", which is possible given that it is developed by the same company, i.e. Lockheed Martin, except that this aircraft is smaller than its predecessor, has one engine, and has great concealment capabilities so that it is difficult for radars to track it. .

Due to its multiple tasks, it can carry out tactical bombing and air support operations and is equipped with the latest air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles.

Russian Sukhoi Su-57
Russian Sukhoi Su-57

 3. Sukhoi 57

It is considered one of the latest Russian combat aircraft, and it comes with a design similar to the rest of the Sukhoi fighters, but it is equipped with a concealment feature.

It is expected to replace the Su-27 and MiG-29, and can be seen as the equivalent of the American F-22.

This aircraft can carry out offensive operations and attack land and sea targets.

Military experts believe that this plane is not of the fifth generation, as Moscow claims, but rather an upgraded version of the fourth-generation aircraft, which is a development of the Sukhoi 35.

The plane can carry large quantities of weapons and missiles, in addition to guided bombs, and it is estimated that it can carry 7,500 kilograms of weapons.                               4. Chengdu J-20

It is considered China's stealth aircraft, and was designed to compete with other fifth generation aircraft such as the F-22 Raptor and the Russian Sukhoi-57.

It is believed that the development of this Chinese stealth aircraft was done with the help of the Russian company MiG.

As for the capabilities of the armed aircraft, they are 4 missiles, some of them long-range, in a compartment inside the fuselage and two missiles on the sides of the aircraft, and its weight after take-off reaches about 35 tons.

Due to its large size, it has the advantage of carrying a larger amount of fuel to increase flight range and reduce reliance on air refueling.

One of the points of superiority of the Chinese plane, which is piloted by one pilot, is that the stealth technology used in it is superior to its Russian and American counterparts.

American fighter Super Hornet
American fighter Super Hornet

 5. FA Superhornet

It is produced by the American Boeing, and it is the most capable aircraft in the Navy, bearing in mind that it is multi-tasking, and there is more than one version of it, such as the FA-18E / F, which is a larger aircraft and has more capabilities, and there is another model, the FA-18 C/D Hornet.

The Super Hornet has new engines that are different from other models, and it has more armament capabilities, so it can carry more missiles, in addition to its longer range due to its increased fuel load.

European fighter Eurofighter
European fighter Eurofighter

 6. Eurofighter Typhoon

Germany, Italy, Britain and Spain cooperated in the production of this aircraft, and the aim was to manufacture a multi-role and multi-role combat aircraft, enhance interception capabilities, and carry out attack operations on ground targets.

As for its armament, it consists of European-designed missiles, and it contains very advanced air navigation devices.

The plane is described as being semi-attack like the American fighter F-22 Raptor, and superior to the F-15F, the French Rafale and the Russian Sukhoi 27, according to military experts.

French fighter Rafale
French fighter Rafale

 7. Rafale

This French-made fighter, produced by Dassault, has advanced navigation devices and is characterized by high maneuverability. This aircraft can track 40 targets and shoot 4 targets simultaneously.                                        8. Sukhoi 35

The Russian combat aircraft represents an updated and upgraded version of the Sukhoi 27, which is an advanced aircraft on the fourth generation aircraft, but it is not of the fifth generation, according to Western military experts.

Despite its superiority in the air, the aircraft is also capable of carrying out attack missions on ground targets.

The aircraft can be equipped with many different weapons, which weigh more than 8 thousand kilograms.

American fighter F-15
American fighter F-15

 9. F-15 Eagle

The American multi-role fighter designed to penetrate hostile defenses entered service 30 years ago, but it still performs its role in many armies, and is considered the most successful among the Cold War era aircraft.

It is characterized by advanced weapons and electronic capabilities compared to its age, and it can track, engage and attack hostile aircraft even in enemy airspace.

Russian fighter MiG-31BM
Russian fighter MiG-31BM

 10. MiG-31BM

This aircraft forms the backbone of the Russian Air Force, with advanced defense advantages and capabilities to attack hostile ground targets.

Among its other advantages is its ability to conduct precise air strikes and carry out defensive missions in addition to interception missions.

In addition, it is also a high-speed aircraft and can fly at very high altitudes, but it lacks flexibility in maneuvers.