Every active 6th-generation fighter program in the world ranked by how close it is to flying

The US and China appear to be leading in the race for 6th-gen fighter jets, although ranking them is surprisingly difficult.

US Marine Corps retires the first fighter jet that didn’t need a runway

The United States Marine Corps on Wednesday celebrated the end of service for the AV-8B Harrier II, the vertical takeoff and landing jet that’s been an icon of Marine aviation for 55 years.

Europe’s next-gen fighter jet is dead. What does that mean for the continent’s security ambitions?

When plans to build a European fighter jet to surpass the US F-35 were officially grounded this week, it came as a surprise ...
Breaking Defense

As demand rises, Embraer readies for greater Gripen workshare

While Embraer is partnered with Saab to manufacture the Swedish jet, Embraer CEO Francisco Gomes Neto said the fighter market ...

U.S. Plan Is Said to Pull a Third of Fighter Jets It Provides NATO for Europe

The plan, outlined by officials and in a written document, provides rare clarity about the extent to which the Trump ...

List of countries with fifth generation fighter jets (2026)

The fifth generation fighters are the most advanced fighter jets in use today. These fighter jets are stealthy in nature, with far more potent sensors, data fusion and networked warfare than older ...
The Spectator AustraliaOpinion

How serious is Starmer about building a fighter jet with Japan?

It was all smiles for the press when Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi visited Keir Starmer at No. 10 on Sunday for ...