Question
Q65. Consider the following aircraft:
- Rafael
- MiG-29
- Tejas MK-1
How many of the above are considered fifth generation fighter aircraft?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Answer: 4
Detailed Explanation
Fifth-generation fighter aircraft are the most advanced fighters, characterized by stealth, advanced avionics, highly integrated computer systems, and superior performance.
| Aircraft | Generation | Quick Details |
| Rafale (Dassault Rafale, France) | 4.5 Generation | Multirole fighter with advanced avionics, AESA radar, superior manoeuvrability, electronic warfare capabilities. |
| MiG-29 (Mikoyan MiG-29, Russia) | 4th Generation | Designed during the Cold War; good dogfighting abilities, strong air superiority role. (Modern upgrades like MiG-29UPG bring some 4.5-gen features.) |
| Tejas Mk-1 (HAL Tejas, India) | 4th Generation | Light multirole fighter; good agility, fly-by-wire control system, designed for air-to-air and air-to-ground roles. |
5th Gen Fighter Aircrafts
· Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor (USA)
· Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II (USA)
· Chengdu J-20 (China)
· Sukhoi Su-57 (Russia)
· HAL AMCA (India) – In Development
