Sukhoi Su-57: A Fifth-Generation Fighter Jet for the Russian Air Force
Feb 26, 2021 · Sukhoi Su-57 – A significant boost to Russian air combat capabilities. The Sukhoi Su-57 is a stealth-capable multi-role fifth-generation fighter jet being developed for the Russian Air Force.
AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile, US - Air …
Sep 15, 2023 · AIM-120 AMRAAM development. The AMRAAM is a joint USAF and USN programme led by the US Air Force. The conceptual phase of the programme was completed in February 1979 when Hughes Aircraft and Raytheon were selected as preferred contractors by the USAF to continue into the validation phase.
Next Generation Air Dominance Programme - Air Force Technology
Mar 8, 2024 · The USAF flew a full-scale flight demonstrator as part of the NGAD programme in September 2020. The modern sixth-generation fighter jet is expected to replace the F-22 Raptor fighter aircraft beginning in 2030.
C-17 Globemaster III Tactical Transport Aircraft, US - Air Force …
Nov 10, 2023 · The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III military airlift aircraft is a high-wing, four-engine, T-tailed military transport vehicle capable of carrying payloads up to 77 tonnes (t). The aircraft has an international range and the ability to land on small airfields with unmatched airlift capability.
F-16V (Viper) Fighting Falcon Multi-Role Fighter - Air Force …
Mar 22, 2024 · Lockheed Martin received a $1.85bn contract from the US Government to upgrade 145 Block 20 F-16A/B aircraft for the Republic of China (Taiwan) Air Force in October 2012.
Sukhoi Su-57 Felon Fighter Jet, Russia - Air Force Technology
Jan 20, 2023 · Orders and deliveries. In August 2018, the Russian Defence Ministry signed a contract with the Sukhoi Company, part of UAC, to deliver the first two Su-57 fighter jets by 2020.. The Sukhoi Company signed an additional state contract with the Defence Ministry to deliver 76 Su-57 fighter jets, including the first two, to the Russian Air Force at the Army 2019 international arms exhibition.
Su-35 Flanker-E Multirole Fighter - Airforce Technology
Apr 9, 2021 · Su-35 Flanker-E Multirole Fighter. The latest version of the Sukhoi Su-35, Su-35BM (bolshaya modernizatsiya – big modernisation), is an advanced capability multirole air superiority fighter developed from the Su-27.
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Joint direct attack munition-extended range (JDAM-ER) US
Mar 27, 2023 · The advanced bomb guidance kit incorporates a low-cost wing set to triple the stand-off range of JDAMs to more than 45 miles (72km). Bloomberg reported in February 2023 that the US is providing JDAM-ER weapon systems to Ukraine, as part of its $1.85bn of additional military aid announced in December 2022.. Development of JDAM-ER
E-3 AWACS (Sentry) Airborne Warning and Control System
Jun 25, 2020 · The E-3 airborne warning and control system (AWACS) is built by Boeing Defense & Space Group. The role of the E-3 is to carry out airborne surveillance and command, control and communications (C3) functions for tactical and air defence forces.