Fifth-generation fighters rule the skies today, but sixth-gen jets are already on their way. While fifth-gen platforms generally emphasize stealth, advanced avionics, and highly integrated battlefield networking capabilities, sixth-generation fighter concepts go much further. Current ideas include features from helmet-mounted instrument displays and enhanced stealth capabilities to optionally manned flight with the potential for AI-controlled missions. SIMPLEFLYING VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The race for sixth-gen fighters Known sixth-gen fighter development programs include two American programs, a Russian program, and two multi-national collaborations. Among these are a collaboration between France, Germany, and Spain, as well as…
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