Stealth Aircraft (e.g., F-117, B-2, F-22, F-35): Stealth aircraft utilize specialized shapes, radar-absorbent materials, and engine masking to minimize detection by radar, infrared, and other sensors. Developed under deep secrecy, the F-117 Nighthawk debuted in the 1980s, revolutionizing air warfare. The B-2 Spirit bomber, with its flying wing design, can penetrate dense air defenses. The F-22 Raptor combines stealth with supercruise and advanced avionics. The F-35 Lightning II extends stealth to multirole operations. These platforms allow dominance in contested airspace, enabling precision strikes without warning. Their development involved breakthroughs in materials science, aerodynamics, and electronic warfare, remaining closely guarded despite partial public disclosure.
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