F-22 Raptor vs F-35 Lightning II: The Complete Comparison
A comprehensive analysis of America's two fifth-generation fighters, their different design philosophies, and why the military operates both.
32 min read
Defense Systems Analyst
Michael Trent covers military aircraft, weapons systems, and defense technology with an emphasis on cost, maintenance, and real-world performance. He focuses less on specifications and more on how systems hold up once they are deployed, maintained, and operated at scale.
A comprehensive analysis of America's two fifth-generation fighters, their different design philosophies, and why the military operates both.
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